5 Ways to Not Burn Your Bridges at Past Jobs - CareerEnlightenment.com

Employees who are leaving a position should make an effort to maintain a connection with their former employers. One way to maintain these connections without much effort is through the use of blogs and social media websites.When transitioning out of an old job, employees should not make derogatory or rude comments to their former employers.Employees should never use a blog or social media website to announce a resignation before informing the company. Instead, an employee should submit a polite letter to the employer or speak with him in person.Employees should incorporate  positive comments  about former employers into their resignation letters, as well as any blog posts that discuss the transition. Thanking former employers for the opportunities they provided helps to ensure that connection between the former employer and employee remains intact even after the job ends.Few people will remain in the same job throughout their careers, and the current job market is more competitive t han ever before. To achieve success in this market, individuals need to develop and maintain as many professional connections as possible. By using social media to continue a positive relationship with former employers, individuals can avoid burning bridges that may be useful to them in the future.About the author:  Melissa Crossman is a professional writer who lives in Indiana with her husband and two children. She writes on behalf of  www.coloradotech.edu, specializing in education and career guidance topics.