Ask HN: How do I quit?

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I have been working for a small but funded company (6 people) for the past 3 and a half months and have come to the decision that the role/team and me are not a good fit. I have approximately 2 and a half weeks unpaid work. We work remotely so there isn't a chance that I see my boss soon, so over email would be the best, can anyone share best practices and how I should do it. (I am totally willing to give 2 weeks notice) Thank you!

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You have your boss's phone number, right? As a matter of decorum you should at least do it over the phone. If they're hard to get hold of, then email something like, "Is there a good time to call you today?" or (only slightly deceptive) "Could I call you to talk about the next things I'll be working on?"

It is deemed unprofessional to give your notice over email. As Uhhrrr said, do it over the phone (since meeting your boss is not possible) as a matter of courtesy.

Also, you seem pretty sure about wanting to quit. In case you are not sure, a simple discussion/negotiation with your boss might be better than to just give your notice.

That makes sense, I really enjoy my team, but the leadership is really what I have question with, mostly just scared to follow a company too far in the wrong direction.

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