Employees Share Different Experiences of Resignation and Notice Period Challenges

Two professionals shared contrasting resignation experiences. One employee strategically cited 'retirement' to avoid negotiations amid a notice period extension, ensuring a smooth exit without counteroffers. Another recounted emotional challenges during their notice period, describing sudden coldness and criticism from colleagues and their boss, which contrasted with prior positive relations. These accounts highlight varied workplace responses to resignations, from tactical departures to emotional distancing during transition periods.