Following the proper process, it is not right to exit a place of work by not just showing up again. The proper thing to do is to inform the company weeks before you take your leave. While this is the most professional way to do it, you also gain a good reputation and can always lean on the company for any help you may need in the future. Apart from the privilege that you get, it also gives your employer the time to strategize which may involve finding a suitable person to fill in the position within the communicated timeframe. 

What is a Notice Period? 

A notice period is the time required to inform your current employer before leaving the organization. This is usually around a month, although this duration might vary based on your level or position within the organization. This simply means that If you’re leaving company X with a one-month notice period and moving to company Y, the soonest you can start at company Y is one month after you resign from company X. This way, you are doing the right thing at company X and not missing out on company Y. 

Another difference that can come with this situation is if your contract comes with in-lieu i.e. Notice Period in-lieu. While this is not exactly common, it happens. In this situation, you, as an employee can make a payment instead of the notice period. This means that you don’t have to give the organization a notice period if you can pay the equivalent of your salary and move immediately to your new workplace. 

What should you do within this notice period? 

Yes, you are leaving the organization in one month but this is not enough reason to slack on your job. Instead, remain committed to your responsibilities and keep fulfilling your job duties diligently. Here are a few things you can do to make the time worthwhile; 

• Document your leaving process; you could make a couple of videos or maybe write about it. 
• Resolve any pending issues or outstanding matters to leave your role in good standing.
• Take the time to bid farewell, connect with colleagues, and network within the company. This can include taking pictures, making videos with them, or even connecting with them on social media. 
• Share constructive feedback or suggestions that could benefit the team or company. (If you have any). 
• Consider expressing gratitude to colleagues or mentors who have supported you during your time at the organization.

No matter how excited you are to leave a particular workplace, don’t mes