The old adage about not burning your bridges in case you have to cross them again one day applies to your career: it’s not in your best interest to damage or sever professional relationships. You never know when you might meet those individuals again and have to conduct business together. If you are at least on good speaking terms and have shown respect, it will be a lot easier to establish a smooth working relationship. Stay optimistic and do your best to protect and safeguard all professional relationships. That way, you can feel happier and more assured that you are doing something vital to keeping your career or job on track.