How to quit a club

ruthrowaway · June 2016

I joined a club last semester and took on a board role for the upcoming year. I want to quit the club because the subject matter doesn't interest me and there are better things I could be doing with my time. How do I quit without causing any bad blood despite taking on the role?

NorthernMom61 · June 2016

Write a polite letter of resignation to the club leader and sponsor.

tangentline · July 2016

Opt out ASAP in time for re-election. Depends on the group, but often they will be accepting of your decision. Talk it over with your board so they're informed.

bopper · July 2016

It is better to resign professionally (look at the by-laws and see if there is a method they prefer, e.g., by letter) than to just stop going.

bodangles · July 2016

^ Agreed. I am still peeved at a member of book club who got an officer position and then didn't come once all year. I had an officer position, got shunted out to make room for the older people who wanted one, and then ONE NEVER CAME BACK.

DreamSchlDropout · July 2016

Definitely resign as professionally as you can. Follow the bylaws as @bopper recommends, and also stick around long enough to provide a smooth transition for your replacement, whether the bylaws require that of you or not.

In the business world, providing a smooth transition enables you to leave a company with a lot of goodwill (and typically some strong recommendations from your superiors). This is a great opportunity to begin developing that habit.

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