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writes: I have decided I need to leave my job for many different reasons. I know it sounds crazy to do but I am just not happy..it's been almost 5 yrs and feel I am not qualified to do anything else. I feel I am better off getting a part time job and committing the rest of my time volunteering and taking certificate classes so atleast I have some new skills while looking for another job at the same time.I want to tell my boss an old employer where I worked years ago offered me a position and I just need a change. I don't want to just say I am quitting due to many different reasons. Can they ask for proof about my future employment? Is there a process along the way of resigning where they would need information about my next employer? No, right? Really need advice. Thank you.
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reader, anonymous, writes (11 September 2011): Leaving a job to further your education is a pretty common and a very honorable reason. No need to lie. If you tell the truth then they may even be able to put you in touch with another employer who is looking for a part-time employee.
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reader, Tom Obler  +, writes (11 September 2011):
 No, you do not need any reason at all. I have known some people to simply leave work on Friday evening and then start a new job the following Monday and not tell anyone. However, be polite, be friendly. Thank them for their employment and simply say you are looking for a change at this time. They may indeed ask you and this can simply be for their own feedback to make sure they are treating their work force properly. In the future, you can look back and tell future employers that you left on good terms and they will appreciate this. My tip for you is, always leave things on good terms and this helps in future dealings and your employment records.
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reader, chocoholicforever  +, writes (11 September 2011):
No you don't have to tell your employer where you're going, or even why you're quitting, and it's not legal for them to demand that information either.
however, naturally human nature being what it is, your boss may ask, just out of curiosity or if they feel personally inconvenienced by your leaving. If your boss does ask, it's entirely up to you how much you want to disclose, but keep in mind that it's wise not to burn bridges because you might want to use your boss as a reference for your future job applications. Therefore, you probably don't want to say that you hate your job and that's why you're leaving, even though that may be the real reason.
Instead, you can just say that you're considering a career change and thus are going back to school. (which would be true if you're going to be taking certification classes anyway). Or you could say that you're leaving for personal reasons (which is very true), or for family reasons, and leave it at that.
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reader, Aunty BimBim  +, writes (11 September 2011):
 You do not have to tell your employers where you are going after you resign. I do suggest you leave on good terms, thank them for the opportunities they gave you (if any) and wish the company/department/or team etc all the best in future endeavours.
However, with regard to finding part time work and then studying, it is sometimes easier to find a new job while already working, so consider not resigning until you have a look for alternate employment, and then, when you are ready write your current employers a nice letter, making sure you give the required amount of notice.
I am happy to put some words together for a resignation letter if you wish
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reader, anonymous, writes (11 September 2011): No, you are neither ethically nor legally obligated to tell anyone what your plans are. Be prepared for questions. You can honestly yet cryptically tell them that you are changing your career path and thank them for the opportunities and experiences you had while working with them.Good luck! :)
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