Article Title how to Stay on Good Terms with your old Boss
When leaving a job it is important to stay on good terms with your old boss for whatever reason you decide to terminate your employment. You want to stay on good terms with your old boss for a big reason called“networking”.Your old boss knows your background, is employed in your sector, and has other professional contacts. You old boss can write letters of recommendation or put in a good word for you to his colleagues. Listed are ways to stay on good terms with your old boss.
- Stay in contact
Now that you have parted on good terms with your old boss, it is important to stay in contact with him (her) and your former colleagues. Usesocial mediasuch as Twitter (professional account) or LinkedIn which is a great professional “social” media.
Exchange email addresses and give your old boss your phone numbers for easy contact.
Send a holiday card at least once a year. A card celebrating the New Year is professional. Always send non-denominational cards. If you are moving to another city, send a change of address card. Keep your boss updated about upcoming marriages, or special events in your life. This is a good personal touch in addition to your professional connection. If you hear your old boss has won an award, send a congratulatory card or email.
Send professional articles of interest to your old boss with a note saying you think this might be of interest to him (her) a few times a year. Do not overdo it by constantly sending them articles.
Invite your old boss to social functions that you sponsor.
Keep in touch through friends, children, or sporting events.
- “Out of sight, out of mind”
Visityour old boss and colleagues three or four months after leaving your old position. Offer to take them to a quick lunch to catch up on what has been happening at your old job and with your former boss and colleagues and tell them what you are doing now in your new position. While this could cost you some money, it is a great investment in your professional future.
- A two-way street
Remember that networking is reciprocal. Remember the old adage that states,” If you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all.” Never speak negatively about your former boss or colleagues. Always remain respectful. If the occasion arises that you can comment about your former boss or position, talk about the positive aspects, such as how much you learned, or how helpful he was to you.
