What should I prepare before resigning?

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Zippia Team · Accepted Answer

Before resigning, you should prepare your budget for life without a paycheck, clean off your devices, and work to make the transition easy for your team and successor. Ask HR when your last paycheck will be and whether or not you'll be able to cash out your remaining vacation days so you can create an accurate budget.

You should also make doctor's appointments and refill prescriptions before your coverage ends so you can last as long as possible without it, if necessary. You'll need to return any company-issued computers and phones, so be sure to clear those off as well.

Before you leave, talk to your boss about how you can train someone in your role before you leave to make the transition easier on everyone. Even if there isn't much you can do there, at a minimum you should finish up all of your outstanding tasks.