I am planning to resign recently as I've got an offer from my dream company. However, I am not willing to share with my colleagues which firm I will be joining due to personal reasons and concerns.
I'm wondering is it common that people don't disclose which firm they will be joining? What would be a polite way to avoid answering this question if curious colleagues keep on asking? Thanks!
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Hi there,
I'd just be honest and tell them you're uncomfortable with disclosing who the new employer is. Alternatively, you can tell them you're not legally allowed to disclose it until you sign the offer or start in the new role.
Hi there,
Congratulations on the offer. In terms of your questions:
1) I'm wondering is it common that people don't disclose which firm they will be joining?
I would expect most people will mention it as colleagues will eventually find out, as mentioned by Ian. On the other hand, whether is common or not it doesn’t really matter, if you prefer not to disclose you can definitely do so.
2) What would be a polite way to avoid answering this question if curious colleagues keep on asking?
Just mention the industry if it is not a problem. If they insist, you can say you will publish that soon on LinkedIn.
Best,
Francesco
Hi there
Congratulations!
So the first thing I would say is they're going to find out eventually anyway. It will have to be on your LinkedIn profile at some point and word will get around.
That said, this is not a super uncommon desire and I've seen people go this route before. Ultimately, you just need to say “I'd prefer to not disclose - nothing personal I promise”. They should take the hint. (You'll just have to say this to each person who asks).
If the same colleague keeps asking after you've said this, well, they need to work on their EQ and you need to politely remind them of your stance!
This is quite common, to be honest. I've even worked in a place where (almost) no one would answer that question.
Just make sure you are consistent (i.e., if you don't want it to be known, don't make exceptions in your non-disclosure policy, except for very obvious people like your significant other).
Most people are mature enough to just accept it and not bother you again with the subject.
To disclose or not is your personal choice. So, dont feel pressured to oblige and politely say that you are not comfortable to share the details at this stage.
They will find out later anyway :).
All the best.
