Yay! You have a new job! Now what do you do about your old one? Leaving a workplace can be uncomfortable. But just like so many other things, a plan can help make this process significantly easier and less stressful.

1. Make sure that you have a new job and that it is a sure thing (i.e. you have an offer letter in writing.)

2. Give your notice, both oral and written, to your boss. Examples of resignation letters are here.

3. Figure out what's up with your 401K, how long your health insurance will last and what will become of your unused vacation and sick days.

4. Deal with your coworkers: be positive, don't burn bridges, be humble, don't do anything stupid.

5. Finish up any existing assignments or projects that you have and if you can, train your replacement.

6. Do your exit interview with HR. Don't turn it into a bitch session.