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Leaving a Job Without Burning Bridges How you part ways with an employer can be important to your future success. When Shea Weston began interviewing for a new job last year, she quickly learned that the world is indeed a small, small place. She was living in Iowa at the time and was contacted about a job in Florida. After several phone interviews, she was flown to the company to meet with her potential co-workers . . .…

…for years to come, and you never know when you might have to cross paths again with a former co-worker or boss. "Once you are out the door, never complain about former employers," says Stone. "Keep your attitude positive and project the image of someone moving to future success, not as a refugee from an unfortunate situation. If people ask you why you left, focus on what you hope to accomplish for your next employer."