Leaving Job Checklist
Table of Contents
Workplace
Ask for recommendation or reference letters.
Research your employee termination rights.
Check how much money the company owes you.
List the documentation that the company is required to give.
Find out which documentation the company will expect you to sign before leaving.
Talk with an HR representative about getting your rights.
Get your personnel folder.
Have a last chat with your boss.
Find out which remaining work tasks you need to accomplish.
Complete remaining work tasks.
Contact business partners & clients about the change in contact person.
Say goodbye to colleagues.
Get all your colleagues' and business partners' contact information.
Make copies of your work to add to your portfolio.
Remove all personal files from your work computer.
Give back company equipment.
Sign company documentation if you've received all your entitled rights.
Pack up all your personal belongings to take home.
Moving On
Update your resume or CV.
Tell family and friends.
Learn new skills while you're searching for a new job.
Tips
Leave a good impression.
Be a professional.
Avoid the dramatic exit.
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Presented by:
Alex Strickland
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Who it's for
This Leaving Job Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Leaving Job essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Leaving Job structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Leaving Job Checklist
- Save Leaving Job Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Leaving Job (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.