The Offer Stage: Handing in notice & counteroffers
Evaluate the Offer Consider salary, benefits, bonuses, pension, holiday, start date, notice period - the whole package. Think of it as reading the fine print on a contract for your new car - except this one actually affects your life, sleep schedule, and sanity. Counteroffers Money isn’t everything - culture, growth, and opportunity matter. A counteroffer can feel flattering - like being asked back for a second date after you’ve already started stalking their houseplants online. Handing in notice Resign politely; offer to help with the transition. | | Think of it as leaving a party gracefully - no slamming doors or dramatic monologues, even if you secretly want to. Stay professional Deliver quality work until the last day. Leaving professionally is like finishing a good series on Netflix - you want people talking about it fondly, not writing angry reviews. Communicate with your network Let trusted colleagues and mentors know about your move. Think of it as announcing a move to a cooler neighbourhood - but without the risk of passive-aggressive notes from neighbours. |