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If your boss has put in his or her notice, remember these guidelines over the next two weeks.
(Back then, we called it retiring whenever someone got the entrepreneurial bug.)
I immediately assumedsomething was wrong with the companyand that his departure was a sign of trouble.
Was my job at risk?
Were our benefits being cut?
Was the companys reputation taking a turn for the worse?
And panicking about what you dont knowor dont have control overisnt going to help you move forward.
So, doing a bit of covert research can help keep you informed and prepared.
If thats not possibleor plausible if you have limited access to your manageryoull need to do a little investigating.
Ask around the office, but have a go at limit your questions to more senior-level individuals you respect.
Then, casually ask if anyone knows where your boss is headed.
Wed built up a great working relationship over the years, and shed become a valuable mentor for me.
When I discovered she was leaving, I was crushed.
I even selfishly wondered, How could she do this to me?
Share your support and excitement for your boss new endeavors and suggest you both keep in touch.
After all, whenever a team changes its roster, theres an opportunityfor you to step up your game.
Solicit feedback about your own performance, and see where you may be able to help fill those needs.
(And who knows?
That new boss could be you!)
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