How do I tell my work BFF that I am leaving?

Question

I just got a new job (woo!)  and I put in my two weeks with my supervisor this morning. They said I could handle speaking to the rest of the team about it, unless I wanted them to make the announcement. I said I would handle it, but I am not sure how to tell my work wife that we wont be working together anymore! We don't really spend time together outside of work, so I'm afraid this will be a semi-lost close relationship (I'm sure we will still network and spend time together professionally). While I could offer up that we'll start spending more time together casually, I don't think that's realistic. I know this isn't something I should be stressed about but I am a very sentimental person (as is she) and I am sad to be leaving her. What should I say?

Lady Pele · Answer

She may already have an idea that something is going on with you.  Consider inviting her out for lunch and say you have news to share.  Simply tell her that you're going to be leaving the job in the near future and wanted her to be the first to know (after your boss).   Let her know that she will be missed, and you're planning on staying in touch through email / LinkedIn / professional groups.

Because she'll still be working there, don't focus on anything negative about the job you're leaving, the other people, your boss, etc.  You can say how she made the job easier or you learned a lot from her, etc.

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