Leave and Let Live

Today I was skimming through an article that suggested something simple yet powerful: when you decide to leave a company, aim to be remembered well. That idea stuck with me.

Over time, I’ve noticed that sometimes, even before someone announces their decision, you can feel it—subtle shifts in energy, a kind of absence behind the presence. But I’ve also seen the opposite: people who stay deeply committed until their very last day, closing the chapter with integrity and professionalism.

And in the middle, there’s a more common scenario—a gradual fading of engagement. It's human. Motivation is hard to fake, and when someone has made up their mind, it becomes clear over time. That’s why, in some cases, the kindest thing a leader can do is to make space for a graceful exit, before disengagement turns into frustration for everyone involved.

Leaving well is a skill. It reflects not just who we are, but also the respect we hold for the place we’ve outgrown. And that, more than any final task or deliverable, is what people remember.

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