How to Write Your Resignation
Letter
The most important concept to keep in mind when resigning
from any job is not to “burn your bridge.” Whether
you like your current job and are leaving for a better opportunity,
or you dislike your present job and are resigning to save
your sanity, you must always be polite, discreet, and mature
when creating your resignation letter.
Your current employer will appear on your resume for years
to come, and you never know when you may need a recommendation
from a former boss. Remember, your professional reputation
will be based on your most recent actions and behaviour.
There's no need to write a novel. Simply construct
a brief, clear letter that covers all the bases. Here
are some suggestions:
- Get right to the point. Begin the resignation letter by
stating your intention to resign and by mentioning your
acceptance of another offer or other reason for leaving,
such as moving cities.
- Be sure to state when your final day of employment will
be. It is common courtesy and highly recommended to give
at least two weeks notice before resigning.
- You may wish to mention that the offer you have accepted
is for a position that fits better with your personal preferences
or career goals.
- You should also thank your employer for the opportunity
to work for his/her organization.
Take a look at our sample
resignation letter to get a better idea of how to structure
your letter. After you start your new job, it is highly recommended
to send a letter to your former boss and co-workers with your
new contact information, so that they can keep in touch and
remain a part of your network. By doing this, you are again
building your bridges and not burning them.
For more tips on writing
resignation letters, click here or you can download
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