Leaving a job is a normal part of your career, but how you leave can have a lasting impact on your professional reputation. Even if you haven't enjoyed your role or have had a difficult relationship with your employer, leaving professionally can help protect your references, relationships and future career opportunities. Here’s why leaving a job on bad terms can hurt your career and what you can do to leave on a more positive note.

This article looks further into the meaning of rapport and what it means for the employee.