The real reason why the team leader is discouraging resignation
The Real Reasons a Team Leader Tries to Stop You from Quitting When an employee says they want to resign, most team leaders follow a very predictable sequence of steps. Step 1: Gentle Persuasion The team leader asks why you want to leave. They promise to improve whatever you’re unhappy about and ask you to think it over one more time. “Let’s take this week to think about it and talk again next Wednesday.” Step 2: Delaying the Resignation Date If your intention to leave is still firm at the next meeting, they ask you to push back your resignation date as much as possible. At this stage, they still don’t request a replacement from HR. They’re hoping you might change your mind—or that they can try one last time to stop you. Step 3: The Drinking Session “Why are you really trying to quit? What do you think is waiting for you out there?” The tone may turn aggressive. Or suddenly, they appeal to emotions: “I’ve never asked you like this before… Just help me out this once, li...