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My boss is first and foremost a friend. After knowing him for several years, I started working for him.

I think it would be rude to hurt the friendship by just saying goodbye.

My boss thinks I can do better so he wants me to leave in 2019 anyway. I just don't want to go around interviewing before then, without telling my boss/friend.

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If he wants you to go do better, then he should be happy for you to go now when you have the opportunity.

I would tell him about it and I'm sure he will have a favorable response. Help him make a good transition and find someone to replace you.

Oh and it's non of the other company's business what you say between you and your friend. Don't tell them anything about it, it's not ok for them to even ask.

Well don't I look foolish, Now that you put it that way I think your boss won't mind that you are talking to Famous Company. Go to the meeting get a firm offer, then tell your friend/boss all about the offer and ask him what he thinks you should do. My guess is that he will be happy for you. I would be...

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