You've decided to move and it was tough. You're going to have to leave your friends, maybe your family and make a new life for yourself somewhere else. Whether the decision wasn't really your own and you were relocated for work or the move was completely voluntary, it's always hard to leave! After you've taken a look at our Moving Squad testimonials and set a day for your move with our team, you then have to begin to tell people about it.
Rip the Band-Aid Off! Do it Soon!
Telling the people you know as soon as possible is probably the best policy here. It's easy to put it off when you know you have a tough conversation ahead of you but that will inevitably make the person feel worse that you didn't tell them sooner. Find the right time to tell your closest family and friends. Over the phone is probably not the best way to tell the people closest with you that you'll be leaving. Find a time to take them to lunch, do a fun daytime activity or just suggest some alone time at someone's home.
Use Technology to Your Advantage
For the friends and family that you're not as close with, technology can be your greatest ally. Email is an excellent way to eliminate some time and effort you might have to put into telling everyone individually that you're leaving. Send out a mass email to the remainder of your friends and family that explains your move and the decision behind it to them. You could even decide to send out two or three separate emails:one for friends, one for family, one for school friends/coworkers, etc.
Texting, tweeting, updating your Facebook status or posting your moving news on MySpace probably aren't the best way to spill the beans, though. Utilizing your social media outlets as an additional way to spread the word is a great idea, but it shouldn’t be the way most of your friends and family find out that you're leaving. However you break the news to your loved ones, you should keep their feelings in mind. Reassure them of how important they are in your life. Remind them that you'll keep in touch via phone, email, etc. – that technology is a great thing!
Try to Make a Plan
How far are you moving? Will you still be able to see each other? If it's possible, arrange a meeting before you leave. It can be a huge help and give you and your loved ones something to look forward to. This will reassure your friends and family that you're still thinking about them and give you something to be excited about as you're getting settled into your new home. Remember though: think carefully about the way you break the news to your family and friends. They will appreciate the thought you put into considering their feelings and remember you fondly for it.
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