[orangesite]

Having spent more time working in toxic environments than non-toxic ones I really appreciate this perspective on managing the difficult decision to exit.

As many commenters have pointed out: When there are no professional relationships you want to preserve for the years (decades!) to come the matter is easily handled with a two week notice and a swift departure before the morning light.

However, when you have been fortunate enough to have worked with great colleagues it is a lot harder to exit the building without damaging your relationship with them.

[Nursie]

I don't understand this at all.

I've worked with great people a lot. When I make a move they understand that it's best for me. I understand it's best for them. One of the reasons they're great is that they document their work and share knowledge, so if someone leaves the rest of the team can pick up where they left off.

Yes, the company then has the hassle of hiring, but companies need to factor that in and get to it.

It seems almost childish that anyone would take such a move personally.