Sample Resignation LettersMay 23rd, 2007
(or “How do I quit my job?”)
You have made the decision that you would like to move on, all that’s left is informing your boss. Should you write a resignation letter? If so, what exactly should go into it? Resignation letters can be intimidating, even when you are fully prepared to “high tail” it out of your job.
Fortunately, there isn’t much to writing a resignation letter outside of a few guidelines. We’ve prepared this simple guide to help point you in the right direction, complete with a few resignation letter samples!
How to Write a Resignation Letter
A resignation letter is generally a formality, but it is a sign of respect and is often expected. Remember that while you may be unhappy with your boss or your job, that the letter is written and will probably be placed in your employee file. In other words, letters can be permanent — keep them positive. It is important to view the letter as a way to part amicably with the company, possibly securing the ability to use them as a reference later in your career.
At the very least, a resignation letter should include the date your resignation is effective, the position you are resigning from, and the date of your expected last day (generally, two weeks from the resignation date).
If you are uncomfortable with saying much else, the good news is that you do not have to. Resignation letters are fairly cut and dry. Sometimes people will include a few nice things about the company that they are leaving. If you have it in you, you should too. Thank them for the opportunities that they have given you and the things that you have learned. Remember that it is not unusual to cross paths with people from previous companies. It is in your best interest to keep the bridge intact.
Resignation Letter Examples
Basic
Dear (manager name),
I hereby tender my resignation from my position as Associate Product Manager.
My last day will be on June 15th, two weeks from today, as per our contractual agreement.
Sincerely,
(your name)
Due to Relocation
Dear (manager name),
This resignation letter is to inform you that my last day at (company name) will be June 15th, two weeks from today. I will be relocating to Orlando, FL to pursue a new endeavor.
I have appreciated the opportunities and experiences that have been provided to me during my 3 years of service for (company name). If there is anything I can do to be of assistance during the transition, please let me know.
Sincerely,
(your name)
Heartfelt
Dear (manager name),
I am writing you to officially tender my resignation from (company name) effective Friday, June 15th, 2007.
Working for (company name) has been a wonderful experience. I could not ask for a better group of colleagues. I have grown in many ways here and will always treasure the opportunities provided for me by (company name).
I will be accepting a position as (position) with (company name). While I will miss my friends here at (company name), I feel that it is time for a new challenge and experience.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
Best Wishes,
(your name)
Resignation letters can be as much or as little as you would like. Keep them positive and remember that the end goal is to maintain a positive relationship with the employer.
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May 23rd, 2007 at 7:32 pm
The notion of two weeks’ notice is seriously outdated. An employee either has a contract specifying the rules of departure, or not. In many cases, two weeks’ notice is insufficient time from the employer’s perspective or can be burdensome for the departing employee. If you’ve been working on something that is not widely understood by your company and your goal is to create a “good feeling” resignation, then offer a variable length of time that is mutually-agreeable; this may take a few days to resolve.
On the other hand, don’t hesitate to offer an immediate resignation. If you are an “at-will” employee, you could be terminated without explanation or notice, so this is a symmetrical response. Keep this course of action non-confrontational: you don’t want to appear to be acting out of spite.
May 26th, 2007 at 2:32 pm
Wow! I was going to search for a proper resignation letter, i might need to use it soon.
Thanks you, really this is useful.
May 26th, 2007 at 2:44 pm
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May 26th, 2007 at 4:24 pm
Or how about:
Dear xxxx,
I wish I could say it has been a pleasure. But then I would be lying. This is part of the reason I am off to pursue a career as a Yak farmer, making a living from selling dried dung. A notably step up in job satisfaction.
Regards,
PS Let me know if you need some dung. No discount I’m afraid.
May 26th, 2007 at 4:26 pm
This is my version of resignation letter.
—————
Dear Sir
LETTER OF RESIGNATION
Please accept this letter as my notice of resignation, effective .
The time I have spent at has been most rewarding and helpful in my career, and I hope that my contributions to the company have been constructive.
Sincere thanks and best wishes for the future.
Thank you.
——————-
May 26th, 2007 at 5:46 pm
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May 26th, 2007 at 6:23 pm
Very Nice article indeed.
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May 26th, 2007 at 10:46 pm
Oh goody. This will come in handy this fortnight.
May 26th, 2007 at 10:59 pm
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May 26th, 2007 at 11:21 pm
I would recommend only the Basic version of the letter, and never the others. The less information, the better. Should something happen in future that causes you to sue the company, your resignation letter could be used against you. The reverse is also true, the company could use the info in the letter against you if it decides to sue you.
So use the Basic template only.
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May 27th, 2007 at 12:23 am
@Jon, be careful what you say, you never know when it may come back to haunt you.
May 27th, 2007 at 1:10 am
Thank you, really this is useful.
May 27th, 2007 at 2:00 am
Nice tips. I wish I had these tips 6month ago when I was resigning. =/
May 27th, 2007 at 5:05 am
As outdated as it is, two weeks’ notice is still a formality to be observed. I quit my old job in November and, knowing that my two weeks’ notice would be rejected, I still gave it to my boss. As expected, I was told to immediately leave.
Nevertheless, the two weeks belongs to your employer to do with as s/he pleases. If you are shown the door upon tendering your resignation, you have two weeks of leave. If not, though the two weeks will be tense and awkward, the time will prove that you’re a professional.
Always give two weeks’ notice. In a calm fashion is preferable.
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May 27th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
@embee
If you’ve had a good experience with the employer but have found something new and stimulating to persue you don’t need to appologize for that. If you feel that you can aid in the transition then great, you would hopefully have a relationship with your employer to make that happen, however you are not bound to do so (sans contract) and you shouldn’t feel bad about not extending a hand if you’ve not been treated well.
May 27th, 2007 at 10:10 pm
Have a bit of fun with your resignation letter. Thats the best way.
This is how i quit my last detestable job.
“Dear *company name*,
We have been together for a little over a year now, we’ve had our ups and downs, our laughs and our good times… That’s why it is so difficult for me to say this.. but I can’t hold onto it any longer, because you’re a great company and you deserve the truth.
*Company name*, I love you, but i’m no longer IN love with you. We have the perfect love at the wrong time…I’m so sorry. I have a lot of growing up to do. I can’t give you the commitment you deserve and you can’t give me the passion and liberty that I am drawn to.
Don’t be upset, you’ve done nothing wrong because It’s not you, it’s me. I need to make some changes and get on with my life. Things here have been hard and I need to move on, and work in new places, try out different things.
You have been an important part of my life, Everything happens for a reason and I will never forget you, and I hope you won’t forget me also. We can still be friends.
I’m leaving the state, to give me and yourself some time to deal with this, I will call you when Im ready. We’ve come a long way but we are two different people and I can’t keep on lying to myself. You were a great company and Im sure you will find someone new just around the corner who will make you as happy as you made me.
I am leaving in a week. On Wednesday the 25th. I will miss you.
- Pablo”
May 27th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
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May 28th, 2007 at 6:18 am
jharr:
The reason for giving two weeks’ notice is because, presumably, that job is going to be on your resume. While you might not give a past employer as a reference, there’s nothing stopping an HR director from calling that prior employer.
Always assume that your prior employers will be called. Even if you ask otherwise.
May 28th, 2007 at 9:02 am
keep it short and simple
Dear [Name]:
I Quit.
Sincerely,
[Employee's Name]
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May 28th, 2007 at 10:57 pm
I always give two weeks notice, even if I know the company is going to walk me out that day. Some positions I have held are sensitive and it is just company policy to let resignations take effect immediately instead of two weeks later. In cases like that I’ve always been paid for the two weeks. For other positions I have worked the two weeks and been able to tie up projects or make an effective hand off to someone else.
I prefer the resignation letter to be as simple as possible. Non emotional, just a simple statement that I am leaving to persue another opportunity. You never know where you might end up in the future and while sometimes you can’t help it, burning bridges is never a good idea if you can avoid it.
May 29th, 2007 at 11:08 am
The basic version is the best because the details which we give my act against us in future.
June 2nd, 2007 at 6:58 pm
i am just about to give 2 weeks notice to my employer wish me luck
June 3rd, 2007 at 10:00 pm
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June 4th, 2007 at 7:30 pm
I am working on my letter of resignation. I will be offering the 2 week notice as well and if I am asked to leave immediately, will the company have to pay me for the 2 weeks? Thanks!
June 7th, 2007 at 11:07 am
I may be using this during the next few days so thank you
June 10th, 2007 at 5:58 pm
Love the advice. I’m planning to give notice at my job on Friday, because I think it’ll be less awkward at the end of the week. My boyfriend thinks that I shouldn’t give any notice at all but I’m old-fashioned and think that out of courtesy I should give the customary 2 weeks. I know there is a chance that I may get my walking papers immediately (and honestly would prefer that) but that’s ok because I can find temporary work to tide me over for the 3 weeks until my new job starts. I was struggling w/ how to write the resignation letter because I am leaving because I am not happy. Think I’ll stick w/ the basic… “I Quit” letter.
June 13th, 2007 at 3:38 pm
Jan,
Depends on how soul-less the company is, I guess
Best of luck! Let us know how it turns out.
June 13th, 2007 at 5:15 pm
Is anyone here torn between quitting or not? I love my current job half the time, but then come times when I remember why I got another job in the first place. I’ve been working both jobs for about a month, and going back and forth about leaving the one I’ve been in for three years. I don’t know what to do, or even if I want to submit a resignition letter.
June 16th, 2007 at 1:07 am
Where do I start…
2 years ago I worked for this company for 2 years part time as a regular sales associate. I left the company on bad terms to become an assistant manager elsewhere. Well, just recently about 6 months ago I applied to work for this company again, because I had always wanted to be an assistant store manager with them. Well, they started me out as a part time key holder, my DM and TSM said that they will give me Full-Time ASM after I feel comfy in my new position. About 1 1/2 months ago my Training store manager told me that they were going to promote me very soon, like within the next 2-3 weeks… 2 weeks ago I had to leave early it was my 2nd time in about 2-3 months. I decided to have a talk with her after that had to happen. I just wanted to work out a deal with her. After I was finished telling her what I needed, she began talking and said well Angie I was with the DM when you called to leave early and I had just got done talking to her about promoting you and due to what happen the other day “me leaving early” its going to set you back from getting full-time. I sat there just looking at her, my mind went blank! I thought I have been there every freaken time someone has called out! I go in every single time she calls me in. I bring work home with me almost every day! I try so hard every day to make our sales goals for the day. Its also sad to say that more than half of the associates tell me that they want to work with me more than anyone else. Its because I dont gripe all the time and act like I know everything and put others down. Other associates will snap back at the store manager. And the SM wonders why the associates think they can talk back to her? We used have 3 assistant managers, but 1 stepped down, the other moved on. Only 1 Assistant manager remains, and hes been with the company for 16 years and wants to quit. Our store manager hired on a friend of hers as Assistant manager and the girl is all Loo Loo. Shes never had any experience in Retail clothing. And the entire store is having a huge turn around. The few old girls that remain told our SM that they wanted to work only with me…
Today I have a floor set and I really dont want to go. I keep thinking why do I have to be held responsible as if I was a Full Time Assistant Manager. I do way more than the 2 assistant managers. Our stocker said Angie your the only one that does your job right, your just the old assistant manager that we had, everything runs smooth when your around. The friend that she hired has not worked 1 floor set! And today is the Big Store Change! I have the biggest area and my SM. has the smallest area and the best works on her side! Tomorrow the Regional Manager comes in, haha I thought Oh man what the store would look like if I didnt show up!
I have another job in inventory counting, I start monday.
So I dont know if I should just say I give my 2 weeks, but I cant work this and this day or what?
Sorry for all the venting, but to the question left above there is someone else out there that feels the same way.
June 24th, 2007 at 1:55 pm
Comments or suggestions please
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Please accept this letter as my formal notice of resignation from my position of Criminal Justice Specialist II with the Department of Corrections, effective July 31, 2007.
This was not an easy decision which took a lot of consideration. I appreciate the opportunities, knowledge and experiences that have been provided to me during my 28 years of service. Both the time spent working for the department and the associations I’ve made here have been rewarding and will be memorable for years to come. Please be assured that I will do all I can to assist in the smooth transfer of my responsibilities before leaving.
As you know, I have had numerous family issues this year and have decided I would like to spend more time with them. I have also decided on pursing an alternative career path utilizing the skills and talents this department has nurtured within me. For this I will always be grateful.
I wish both you and the Department of Corrections every good fortune and for giving me the opportunity to serve the citizens of the State of xxxx.
June 27th, 2007 at 11:06 am
some problem in my compony
July 3rd, 2007 at 11:53 am
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July 5th, 2007 at 5:41 pm
well i have written my resignition letter and it was emotional since i didnt want to leave my job but had to
July 10th, 2007 at 11:53 am
my job blows thank god im leaving it for so more back breaking work
July 17th, 2007 at 3:31 pm
Dear John:
Please accept this letter as formal notification that I am resigning from my position as (xxx) from ABC Company effective August 3rd.
I have enjoyed my tenure here and I appreciate having had the opportunity to work with you. Thank you for the support, guidance and encouragement you have provided me during my time at ABC Company. Even though I will miss my colleagues and the company, I am looking forward to this new challenge and to starting a new phase of my career.
Please be assured that I will do all I can to assist in the smooth transfer of my responsibilities before leaving.
Sincerely,
Me
(That’s the best I could do.)
July 23rd, 2007 at 10:31 am
I personally would give my company a month’s notice in the state of Washington because if they ask you to leave immediately the have to pay you to the end of your states departure date(give written notice and formal date), and if they fire you - they have to pay you unemployment.
July 25th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
Dear (Name of Employer)
This letter is to inform you of my resignation effective 2 weeks from (today’s date).
After careful consideration, I have decided to accept a new position. I believe this decision is in the best interest of my family and my career at this point in time.
I appreciate the time spent as an employee of (Name of Company) and I feel that I have fulfilled my duties to the best of my abilities while employed.
I appreciate your understanding of my decision to leave (Name of Company) and I wish all the best for you the organization in the future. I will do my best to have my work in order by (Last Date of Employment).
Sincerely,
(Your Name)
cc: (any other interested party)
August 3rd, 2007 at 2:40 pm
Here’s what I’ll be turning in tomorrow as I wish to leave on the best terms possible. I am not in one of those sensitive positions where they’ll escort me out right away.
Dear -,
I hereby tender my resignation from my position as -. My last day will be Friday, August 17th, two weeks from today.
I have enjoyed my tenure here which would have marked two years next month.
I especially appreciate having had the opportunity to work with and learn from you, -. Thank you for the support, trust, guidance and encouragement you have provided me during my time at -.
Even though I will miss the challenging and enriching aspects of my position here, I am looking forward to my new job as - for a leading -. The change will help me move forward on a career track specializing in -.
Please be assured that I will do all I can to assist in the smooth transfer of my responsibilities before leaving.
Sincerely,
-
August 5th, 2007 at 1:14 pm
Seeking a good resignation letter. I will be leaving with the company because, there is an opportunity working abroad.
Thank you
August 9th, 2007 at 12:57 am
im leaving this company because i got pregnant and the company is very conservative and has these “morality issues” since i intend not to get married to my loser boyfriend at that time.
i intend to leave before they even notice my belly. im just in my second month for christ sakes! and already the rumors began spreading because of this lousy asst manager, who by the way, does not have an idea of how the company works, he just got the job because of connections! i mean the back stabbing got way out of hand, and oh, did i mention he is a man? what kind of a man spread those things, even at that time he doesnt have proof of. anyway, i just can’t handle all those negativity around, so il quit that job. im not even happy with that job in the first place.im writing my letter as of the moment. one more day of kissing ass.
August 9th, 2007 at 8:53 am
How would one handle a resignation from a company of two people (me and my boss)? I feel the dynamic is so different and I am concerned about leaving a long enough runway for her to replace me (and for me to train a replacement). We work in a project-based, client services business, and I worry about projects I’m signing on to now - because I won’t be there to follow them through. I’m terrified of burning this bridge as I’ve been with her for three and a half years at the beginning of my professional career.
Thanks!
August 15th, 2007 at 2:10 pm
I have a very unique problem, at least I think it is. I am about to leave/resign from my job after only returning 1 month ago. I live in New Orleans and the company I worked for has been closed since that dreaded Katrina word. Anyway I was told before returning that the property would be re-opening September 2008. Well a couple of days after returning I was told that the new date is now 1st quarter 2009. Additionally, there are now rumors that the property is up for sale. My dilema is had I been armed with this information I wouldn’t have left the company I was with. To make things interesting I left my previous employer on great terms and now they want me back. How do I resign gracefully…I need HELP!
August 27th, 2007 at 4:25 pm
I gave one week’s notice and I was told that I wouldn’t be eligible for rehire if I didn’t give two weeks notice. So its a human resources thing too.
August 29th, 2007 at 6:40 pm
Sometimes when you cannot get the terms you want in the agency or company because they play win-lose deal with you. Sometimes, It’s really frustrating but I think it is still good to make a letter as a respect to company and to your boss.
And becuase we’re frustated about the process of dealing with them in some terms we want to resign. And most of the time the reason of resigning would be a vacation or relocation, or family first priority, seeking other opportunity, or make my own small business as start. 2 weeks maybe good and 1month would be better.
September 5th, 2007 at 11:40 pm
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September 12th, 2007 at 2:10 pm
pablo, that is the worst resignation letter i have ever endured reading. i have a company, and if someone tried to resign that way, i would fire them before the resignation was finalized!
September 24th, 2007 at 10:13 pm
thanks for all the great ideas everyone im quitin 2morrow!
September 30th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
I will be turning in my resignation tomorrow. I am only giving a week notice and don’t really care what my boss thinks. It’s just me and him in the office plus a student who will be leaving this week. I hope no one ever goes to work for anyone like him. He is very degrading toward women, and gets racial with our student, never says I/we do a good job, an all around @?%*&. He is lucky to be getting a week notice. I have more respect for our clients, that is the only reason he’s getting ANY notice. Wish me luck.
September 30th, 2007 at 10:31 pm
Thanks, Naveed, I just cut and paste your leter. I think it works best for me. Respectfully but simple.
September 30th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
To:
The Center Head
(company name).
(company Addreas).
Subject: Resignation.
This is to inform you that I wish to resign from the position of System administrator w.e.f. 08/10/07. It was a very nice experience being associated with (company name). (Secunderabad).
All the best to you and your future endeavors.
Thank you,
Uday Patil
October 1st, 2007 at 4:09 am
THIS JUST IN - PAY CLOSE ATTN: If you turn in your resignation and give any notice, 2 weeks, 3 weeks, 30 days and your employer decides to make it effective immediately. by law the employer is required to pay you through the written notice.
October 1st, 2007 at 11:48 pm
Funny you people are joke. oh love the love letter o was it just a resignation letter.
October 3rd, 2007 at 2:05 pm
i would love to use some of these resisgation letters, however i am still a student. the love letter though, i could use when i want to leave my boyfriend. THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH.
October 3rd, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Thanks, the basic does sound like the best option.
October 6th, 2007 at 6:37 am
Can I give 2 weeks notice but then use my cumulated personal days (5 days) and leave within 1 week? This way, I will be paid for 1 extra week and still be able to leave within a week. Do this sound right?
October 8th, 2007 at 2:08 pm
Your leave will be converted to cash when you decide to leave the company. Some company do allow you to accumulate your leave and use that to minimise the notice period. But some may be short handed and may not allow you to do that. It really depends but you have the power to negotiate.
October 11th, 2007 at 5:34 am
@Straddi
If you give two weeks notice and request to use your 5 personal days in that time, it may not be approved. I would suggest to check your employment handbook - that is something that is clearly outlined in the current company I work for. The two weeks cannot include personal/vacation or sick time, in otherwords, two weeks is two weeks in the office - working. Good luck!
October 11th, 2007 at 12:23 pm
Can’t wait till I can submit one of these great ideas.. I have had some situations in which my employer contacted my future employer and effected my employment saying that I am needed and cannot leave. So this time i am keeping my mouth shut and use the basic template. Believe me this can happen.
October 16th, 2007 at 4:58 am
How does one write a letter to resign from a sacco?
October 17th, 2007 at 5:04 am
Nice pablo… Very excellent and creativity for your resign letter.
October 17th, 2007 at 11:22 pm
Thanks, For do this good job, when i was searching some special letters of resignation i found Emurse, really its a nice collection of letters.
In reality many people dont know how we can write a effective and formal Resignation letter but you are helping them.
Again thanks a ton
October 22nd, 2007 at 9:11 am
I am completely burnt out with my company. I like some my supervisor but the management is out of line! I want to write a letter that is nice, but still to the point. I am not leaving for another job, but simply because of false accusations that have pushed me to this point. Please help!
October 29th, 2007 at 1:44 pm
I really like Pablo’s letter! I found it amusing and somehow, I have a feeling someone will really use it. However, I think it is a good idea to keep things politically correct in this case, the world is just so small and you may have the same boss one day!
November 8th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
Joddy -
Not necessarily true. If your employment is “at will”, then your employer has the right to kick you out at any time, and not pay you one cent further than your last day.
November 10th, 2007 at 11:09 pm
I love my job so im torn between resigning or not. I’m also a student and I have classes for at least 3 hours a day. I need to study even longer than that. I’m on a graveyard shift, working for 9 hours. My home is like an hour away from office so i basically waste 2 hours of my day traveling. i dont need the money for the job as it is only for extra income. I really love everyone and everything about my job, but right now it’s jeopardizing my studies. i do not want to quit school. how do i write my resignation letter/email without offending the friends i earned at work? and without leaving a bad impression. oh gawd, im stuck!
November 19th, 2007 at 8:04 pm
thanks guys!
November 20th, 2007 at 3:37 am
Thanks I have been working with my department for 3 years.. and now I am moving to a different job within the department. its a new role and challenging position for me.
i am leaving a full time job where I love to work to accept new role.. and am looking forward to it..
your sample letters are huge help.. mostly when people leave a job its usually on a bad note.. but if there is ever a chance that you are leaving for advancement and might come back you don’t want to burn bridges… just in case if you have to return back some day.
November 21st, 2007 at 11:04 am
Hi,
I just wanted to say that I had been wondering how best to write a resignation letter to a company that has screwed me over royally for about a year-and-a-half now, and I found the best reply was in your example of “heartfelt”. There were a lot of really mean things I could have said, but due to your example I chose to leave it short and sweet, so that I could potentially use their references in the future.
Here’s to not burning bridges!
Thank you so much~
PS: You give great advice!
November 21st, 2007 at 11:33 am
Dear Sir
With no further reasons effective today, I quit
Thanks,
your name
November 24th, 2007 at 11:53 pm
To
Mr. FK,
CEO, AE.
It is to state that due to some personnel problems, I am unable to continue here in your organization.
Sir, I feel that although you had given me an excellent opportunity to learn here and show performance, but I failed to do that, due to my own in-competency or maybe I am not suitable for this post.
On the other hand I am extremely thankful to you that you trusted me, provided me a platform to learn, gave me a chance, and helped me to identify lots of gaps and in-competencies in myself from both professional and personal point of view. Now I am able to focus on these areas to improve my capacity in future.
Sir, thank you once again for guiding, and directing me. I hope that you will forgive me for my known and unknown mistakes, and I wish that you get someone who can serve you better than how I did.
InshAllah.
Regards,
JR
i said this,
i don know it was good or bad
but
yeah
i personally felt a bit releaved.
any ways
November 26th, 2007 at 10:45 am
Very valuable information. Thank you.
November 26th, 2007 at 4:46 pm
I have written so many resignation letters for my friends and colleagues because they were not well-versed in english language. Soon I’ll be resigning, and I don’t know how would the feeling be if I leave this company after 15 years of service. I hope I could have the courage to resign too.
November 27th, 2007 at 7:56 am
I admit I am not a consultant, but one thing I could contribute to those who want to resign is that do write a nice resignation letter even if you are very angry with your boss or with your colleagues. What is important is that you received all your benefits from your company.
November 27th, 2007 at 8:03 am
Thank you so much….
i found the perfect letter of my choice.
Thank you once again….
November 28th, 2007 at 11:39 am
Oh my…. i never thought it was gonna be this difficult to make a resgnition letter. i’ve been with the company for 5 1/2 years and have to make 8 weeks notice ;( but here what i did so far…. BTW CAUSE OF A VERY ANNOYING GUY AT MY COMPANY
Dear xxxxxx,
This letter is to inform you of my resignation effective 8 weeks from 29th November 2007.
I appreciate the time spent as an employee of xxxxxxxx and I feel that I have fulfilled my duties to the best of my abilities while employed.
I appreciate your understanding of my decision to leave xxxxxxxxx and I wish all the best for your organization in the future. I will do my best to have my work in order by not later than 24th January 2008.
Sincerely,
November 28th, 2007 at 3:58 pm
A pleasant day to all of you! It took me for a long time searching for a sample of resignation letter until I got into this site. I have read to all resignation letters and all are very useful. I’ve had chosen one that was really appropriate for me to write. Thank you so much and have a good day! God bless to all of you!
December 2nd, 2007 at 9:57 am
Hi everybody, I found this website while looking for resignation letter examples. The job that I was planning to leave was absolutely awful, so I wasn’t exactly looking for a “heartfelt” letter. However, after reading these posts and the advice people had about all this, I decided to take the high road… except for two points: I left that day, and included this phrase “Working for XX has been an experience that will be hard to forget.” I was very tempted to give my boss a piece of my mind, but that sentence was all I decided to say. Here’s my letter:
Dear XX,
Please accept this letter as my notice of resignation, effective immediately.
I appreciate the time spent as an employee of XX and I feel that I have fulfilled my duties to the best of my abilities while employed.
Working for XX has been an experience that will be hard to forget. I could not ask for a better group of colleagues. I have grown in many ways here and will always be grateful for the valuable experience and practical lessons I gained while working here.
Thank you for six months of employment. Please send any final paperwork to: XX
Best wishes,
XX
December 5th, 2007 at 1:51 pm
hi! everyone, my request is different from resignation letter but related to the topic about quitting my current job, I need at least samples of ” request letter of transfer to other department.” I still want to work with the same company but this time in the different department. I just dont know to start my letter. Is there anyone can help me with this? Thanks
December 10th, 2007 at 8:23 am
Thanks a lot, very handy and helpful.
December 12th, 2007 at 6:47 am
I casued a big mistake to my company faults are in my hand for that reason i like to quit my job pleaese send me good letter my company gave excuse but i feel guilty to work futher
Narain
December 12th, 2007 at 7:18 am
Hi everyone, it was really helpful reading all those advices. my case is really hard. my boss is my husband. I’m a teacher at a school in new orleans east. my husband is superintendent. Unfortunately I feel discriminated against me. when I have any concerns or problems to be taken care of he doesn’t even care.. he doesn’t want to do things even he is supposed to and altough i’m an employee. he thinks if he takes any action other people will think as he is doing a favor for me. I’m so tired, I can’t take it any more. being his wife and employee was a disadvantage for me. even this morning we had a big arguement. I was going to quit right away…but I have students to teach… Pray for me..it is hard to resign. How can I tell the principal I’m going to quit because of my husband?
December 12th, 2007 at 2:19 pm
i was looking for a resignation letter and all these ideas have helped me immensely to complete my resignation letter, awesome guys. cheers.
December 12th, 2007 at 4:45 pm
thank you so much for the nice resignation letters. how i wish i could send my boss at least two of this letters. In two weeks time my boss if FIRED!
December 12th, 2007 at 10:58 pm
[...] is typical in most organizations to give two weeks notice. However, there are some circumstances where one month or less than two weeks is appropriate. [...]
December 13th, 2007 at 12:28 pm
omfg this is like the most awesomest site ever and ever
December 13th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
needing help for a letter, im being made redundant in 4 weeks, leaving soon but only giving 1 week notice, any suggestion on what to put…
December 14th, 2007 at 4:11 pm
(Note to the reader: names mentioned below are fake and does not refer to any person in reality. All the facts are true, and I have submitted this letter already.)
To: Matt (C.E.O)
Cc: Raman (Finance & Admin Director)
Carol (Marketing & PR Director)
Janet (Director of small projects – Ministry of Industry & Commerce / Non-IT supervisor)
From: Mahmood Alnasheet
Date: November 25th, 2007
Subject: Resignation Letter
I have served in this organization as an IT Administrator for the past 3 years. It was the most unpleasant experience I have ever had throughout my career, and I’m regretting every minute of it, not only because of the innumerable added responsibilities that I’ve been accounted for and not being compensated for, or by the promises the “everyday new management” has declared, but because the management are just a bunch of dummies being controlled by other inexperienced people.
I have been under a lot of irritation when Janet assigned herself as my supervisor. As she has some personal issues, not only with me, but with many employees and she’s taking the advantage of her position and power given to her by the minister to take revenge in everyway possible. I received my first warning letter mentioning many accusations that are not true, and been requested to carry out jobs that are not my responsibility, yet I have been threatened with a second written warning if I do not comply with these requests. And other employees have received warning letters just because they tried to cut down the cost. You can investigate on that.
My main reason for resigning from my job is because of her presence.
Removing her from interfering in the management and employees’ personal matters will be a relief for the organization.
Mr. Matt, if you urge to continue in this organization, I just have a small advice for you. Sit with the staff, hear to what suggestions they have, you have many bright hardworking individuals and you will gradually loose them all.
Fortunately the time has come for me to submit my resignation and leave this unhealthy impotent environment, effective today November 25th, 2007.
I would like to take this opportunity as well to thank Mr. Raman, as he is one of the best managers I have worked with.
On a side note, I am open for negotiation only if you provide me with all of the following:
- Janet’s official resignation letter.
- A salary not less than $2,600 (as my responsibilities has been analyzed and valuated by one of the auditing companies).
- An independent IT department and a budget.
Which I doubtfully think the management can achieve any of those.
December 19th, 2007 at 8:33 am
Just had a good job offer and I need to start first week in January.I don’t know how to convey my resignastion to my current employers
December 21st, 2007 at 4:21 am
This is a small ex based on all the examples published before, i think that evryone should enjoy every second while his writing his Resignation letter, it’s a pure pleasure
Dear XXXX,
I am writing you to officially tender my resignation as a Database Administrator at XXXX.
After careful consideration, I have decided to accept a new job. I believe this decision is in the best interest of my family and my career at this point in time
I have appreciated the opportunities that have been provided to me during my 9 months of service for XXXX.
I appreciate your understanding of my decision and I wish all the best for the organization in the future. Please be assured that I will do all I can to assist in the smooth transfer of my responsibilities before leaving.
Sincerely,
December 28th, 2007 at 9:37 am
Dear All,
This letter is to inform you that I wish to terminate my employment with xxx effective xxx until my last working day which is xxx. I have accepted a new position and have decided to move on with my career.
I want to express my gratitude for a rewarding employment experience with xxx. This decision to pursue another opportunity was not an easy one. But it is right for me as i work toward fulfilling career goals. I hope you will respect my position in this matter.
My efforts until my end date will be to wrap up my projects here and turn over my responsibilities as smoothly as possible. Please let me know what you expect so this process is completed to your satisfaction.
Again thank you for all that you’ve done for me.
Sincerely,
December 31st, 2007 at 7:41 am
I am leaving my job because of non communication, being compared to another employee and expected to be perfect. The CFO is a snob, $%%^&. The other boss is a nit picker, and treats me like I one of his children.
Should I just give the simple resignation notice
January 1st, 2008 at 11:24 pm
[date]
[address]
sir[name]
i resign.
thank you.
yours truly,
[your name]
January 2nd, 2008 at 12:35 am
I have a job where I am required to give 4 weeks notice, in theory, to enable them to find a replacement. Generally, over half of the staff is outside agency, this is in essence laughable, however, I will comply with their request. I will be the 4th person to leave in 3 months in response to the activities of one employee. This person is the administration’s mole to put it bluntly. He has been repeatedly written up for insubordination by various staff, to no avail. He knows he is invincible, and takes every advantage of his position, interestingly, he tells everyone, including supervisors what to do, and they of course do what he says-his position is actually, the lowest on the food chain.
I am tired of worrying about my having a job, I have been reported to administration for correcting him, speaking to him and using the wrong inflection in my voice, and doing my job the way it is supposed to be done rather than the way he has told me to do it. My job has enough stress without pandering to this egomaniac.
I live in small town America, and jobs are really tight here, but sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do.
I just tell them that my last day of employment is xxxxxx. Good luck in the future. Don’t do exit interviews, don’t EVER give a reason.
January 3rd, 2008 at 11:04 am
I would like to seek for your help to write my resign letter. I had sign an agreement with my company for two years agreement on the 1st of June 2007; But on the 1st January 2008, my company wants me to sign another appointment letter and reduce my salary. I wanted to tender my resign letter but I don’t know how to write in proper way. Please help me since I can’t accept the new appointment letter and dont want to stay anymore.
Thank you.
January 6th, 2008 at 2:29 am
I am thinking of leaving my job. I began almost 2 years ago as a person to take over the management position. Less than 6 months after starting our front desk girl quit. I accepted the additional work load and took on her duties. Almost one year ago our transcriptionist retired. And the only other help as cut from 40 hours to 8 hours a week. All of the responsibilities have been on me. ALL OF THEM! I can’t take the pressure anymore and my boss is wondering why things are not getting done. I don’t know if I even want to give two weeks, I know I won’t be “caught up” cause the work just keeps coming in. But I guess I will do the best I can. Wish me luck!!
January 8th, 2008 at 1:18 am
Well, I am about to resign tomorrow, due to many reasons. There are several reasons, but I would like to highlight one small thing.
One reason being the transportation system. I wonder if this kind of a thing happens anywhere else.
I have to walk around 1.5 kms to catch my office shuttle, when asked for a stop @ around 1kms from my current stop, do you know what the transport incharge told me ??
” IF your house is in a forest , its none of my problem, its your problem ” . I asked a since its quite a lonely place to walk all for myself.
Nyways I got a better deal else where.
Thanks for the sample resignation letters
January 8th, 2008 at 9:27 am
I am burnt out with my current position and am not being compensated fairly for the work that I do and the expectations that are required. I am only resigning from the position - and asking to be moved back down to regular staff. I am planning on giving 6 - 8 weeks notice and offering to help with the transition and train as needed. I am afraid that I am going to used and abused - and end up having to transition for a very, very long time. How do I write this kind of resignation letter - one that is moving from an upper position to a lower position - and how do I diplomatically keep my boss and leadership team from overextending my offer to help in the transition process?
January 11th, 2008 at 11:46 am
I just happened to read these letters as my fnd was in need for one. But d work dat I see here really needs a piece of appreciation. How on the earth could we find more convenient way than these letters.
January 15th, 2008 at 3:45 am
1. Dear Sir
LETTER OF RESIGNATION
Please accept this letter as my notice of resignation, effective .
The time I have spent at has been most rewarding and helpful in my career, and I hope that my contributions to the company have been constructive.
Sincere thanks and best wishes for the future.
Thank you.
January 16th, 2008 at 4:56 am
hi
i hate my job ….i just wanted to leave just bcoz i had a ugly fight with one of my Colleague…n my SME is keen on solving the problem…he even made us sit together..wat he doesnot know is…its not going to solve things…if he is thinking in tht way…i hate me life…the way it has turned out these days…i’m going to resing tomm…lets see wat happens..before tht i want someone to guide me thru everything….i’m trying my best to b positive but its hard. i’m trying
January 16th, 2008 at 5:08 pm
Does any one know how much to write in reignation if you wish to take a Job with competetor…Do I have to let my current employer know where am I going? I know my will walk me out if it finds out that I am taking job with competetion. At the same time, I do not want to burn any bridges…I have worked here for 12 years and know lot of good people as colleagues and in middle management.
Please advise.
January 16th, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Here is my version, has to be done personally though, not in writing…
I would like to give my two days notice. TOday, I quit.
Seriously, I have burned many bridges before leaving a place of employment. But I have learned my lesson. Thankfully, I left on very good terms the last time I quit, and they took me back two months later. Unfortunately, now a really good opportunity has come up, and 8 months after they took me back, now I have to quit again.
January 18th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
There are some great tips here. I have worked for my current employer for almost 2 years and I love my job and everyone I work with but I have 3 kids and it is too overwhelming trying to figure out daycare for them and have a reasonable work schedule. So yah I am getting tips and ideas to write up my resignation letter because due to problems with childcare I fear I am will be terminated soon so I want to leave on good standing.
January 21st, 2008 at 10:55 pm
this samples of resignation helps me a lot to do my resignation letter…
January 22nd, 2008 at 4:36 am
im about to leave my position as secretary four months from now,and i discover that it is very hard to make a resignation letter specialy the kind of employer that i have.
i am really glad that i found this site, it give me a perfect idea on how to right a perfect and easy to understant resignation letter.
thank you
January 22nd, 2008 at 4:55 am
My contract states that i should give 1 month notice. What can happen if i give 2 weeks or none???
January 22nd, 2008 at 6:51 am
Here is the my standard resignation letter:
Date
Dear XXX:
This letter is to hereby announce my resignation from xxx. My last day of employment will be xx/xx/xxxx. I wish to thank you for the opportunities and wish the company continued success.
Cordially,
Name
——
Though if you need to leave asap:
Date
Dear XXX:
This letter is to hereby announce my resignation from xxx. Due to the nature of my future career opportunity I ask to be relieved of my duties effective immediately. I wish to thank you for the opportunities and wish the company continued success.
Cordially,
Name
January 27th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
I’ve transferred companies and when I transferred, the manager underneath me has been harrassing me non-stop. I’ve filed a complaint with HR, yet it hasn’t helped. I love my job but,I feel I have no other option. How would you write that resignation letter?
January 29th, 2008 at 1:18 pm
i am grateful to read the letters. they re very much helpful.
January 29th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
this is very much helpful
January 29th, 2008 at 11:14 pm
I have been debating for months now on weather or not to resign from my job. I do not get along with our office manager. We had a confrontation, She cussed me out in front of a patient & was not repremended or anything! I have been there longer & I feel like my boss just brushed it under the rug trying to avoid the situation. I feel very disrespected and unappreciated. Should i include her in the resignation letter?
January 30th, 2008 at 1:54 am
I started a job in January and observed malpractice occurring in the surgical office. I notified HR and Corporate compliance regarding the situation one week after my start date. I was asked to come back but advised HR that I did not want to return as my nursing license might be in jeopardy as well as a patient’s health. What sort of a letter do I write to resign? I have to use this reference as I had worked for this employer previously.
Any ideas out there???
January 30th, 2008 at 7:45 pm
This site is very valuble for those who wants to leave, but did not know how to tickle this saga. At the first moment i was very worried but i found this site very productive for my self. Of course the resignation letter is very difficult to draft, due to some reasons like engagement with the organisation, time spent with colleagues and a good boss etc.
January 31st, 2008 at 1:59 am
I have a question, is a letter of resignation kind of like a binding contract? If I give 2 weeks notice and want to leave before that, can I? Would i have to mention something like: I reserve the right to void this notice and take my leave when I see fit- or something to that notion. I am currently writing my letter of resignation and would like to know what I am getting myself into.
February 1st, 2008 at 3:52 am
[...] your resignation letter. Again, stick to the facts. Emurse has some sample resignation letters and some advice: “Resignation letters can be as much or as little as you would like. Keep [...]
February 4th, 2008 at 3:00 pm
Hi,
As the old saying goes.. Dont burn any bridges! You should always leave on good terms regardless the situation. Be the better person.
The world is small and you dont want somthing coming back later on in life.
February 4th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
Someone left a reply “THIS JUST IN - PAY CLOSE ATTN: If you turn in your resignation and give any notice, 2 weeks, 3 weeks, 30 days and your employer decides to make it effective immediately. by law the employer is required to pay you through the written notice” Can anyone provide where I can find this in writing. My boss is notorious for making a resignation effective immediately. I would LOVE to get him on this one!!
February 12th, 2008 at 5:58 pm
i’m so grateful that i’ve browsed ur site,, tnx so much i’ve got an idea from urs.. its really hard for me to decide,i’m torn between to resign or not. eniweiiz tnx..
god speed!!
February 19th, 2008 at 6:43 am
Ok, Here’s my scenario, My husband and I have a small business doing contract work for very large companies. We’ve been with the current company 2 yrs and latley it’s been hell. We’ve decided to move on to a bigger contract and . However I know thatthe professional thing to do is to suck it up and write something positive. We really want to tell this guy to go F#*@! himself. However I’m a lady so I won’t I really want to be nice nasty in a sarcastic kinda way. Then again should I be so brief he wonders WHAT THE HELL JUST HAPPENED. Maybe he’s not worth the thoughts that I’ve given him.
February 20th, 2008 at 11:00 am
I am working on my letter of resignation. I will be offering the one month notice as well and if I am asked to leave immediately, will the company have to pay me for the 2 weeks?and can i take leave for this whole month? Thanks!
February 26th, 2008 at 11:54 pm
Hello, just to be greatful for this website. i have been trying to help my wife write a resignation letter to her current employer and this site has a mazingly given me different insights
Thank you very much
Sincerely
Alfred
February 28th, 2008 at 5:53 am
thanks so much to your website its really helpful and some of them i enjoyed reading it, in which i’ve spent more than an hour than i thought.regards
March 5th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Ive started my second job and at the end of the day, i was overwhelmed and felt that it was all too much for me. Should i use the basic template, and i was planning to ring up this coming week. Any ideas would be good!!
March 7th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
I am going to inform that resignation my position . It is to state that due to some family problems, I am unable to continue in this organization.
I am extremely thankful to all member trusted me, provided me a platform to learn, gave me a chance, and helped me to identify.
Thanks once again for guiding, and directing me. I hope, will forgive me for my known and unknown mistakes.
regards,
March 12th, 2008 at 7:00 am
This was the letter that I gave my company….
My dear fellow Co-Workers,
As many of you probably know, this morning is my last day. But before I leave, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know what a great and distinct pleasure it has been to type “Today is my last day.”
For nearly as long as I’ve worked here, I’ve hoped that I might one day leave this company. And now that this dream has become a reality, please know that I could not have reached this goal without your unending lack of support ;). Words cannot express my gratitude for the words of gratitude you did not express.
I would especially like to thank the supervisors: in an age where miscommunication is all too common, they consistently impressed and inspired me with the sheer magnitude of their misinformation and lack of support. It takes a strong man to admit his mistake - it takes a stronger man to attribute his mistake to me.
Over the past year, they have taught me more than I could ever ask for and, in most cases, ever did ask for. I have been fortunate enough to work with some absolutely interchangeable supervisors on a wide variety of seemingly identical projects - an invaluable lesson in overcoming daily tedium in overcoming daily tedium in overcoming daily tedium.
Their demands were high and their patience short, but I take great solace knowing that my work was, as stated on my annual review, “mostly satisfactory.” That is the type of praise that sends a man home happy after even a 10 hour day with no regard to selling to a screaming customer, smiling his way through half a bottle of mostly satisfactory single malt scotch.
And to most of my peers: even though we barely acknowledged each other within these office walls, I hope that in the future, should we pass on the street, you will regard me the same way as I regard you: sans eye contact.
But to those few souls with whom I’ve actually interacted, here are my personalized notes of farewell:
To Freddy: I will always remember sharing lunch with you, despite having clearly labeled it with my name.
To Freddy (again): I will miss detecting your flatulence as much as you will clearly miss walking past my cubicle to deliver it.
To the obvious supervisors: Best wishes on your ongoing campaign to popularize these “email forwards.” I sincerely hope you receive that weekend full of good luck, that hug from an old friend.
And finally, to Freddy: you were right - I tested positive. We’ll talk later.
So, in parting, if I could pass on any word of advice to the individual who will soon be filling my position, God be with you….because he sure the fuck wasn’t with me. Also, It would be to cherish this experience like a sponge and soak it up like a good man, because a job opportunity like this comes along only once in a lifetime.
Meaning: if I had to work here again in this lifetime, I would sooner kill myself.
Very truly yours,
PS: I will be throwing myself a happy hour farewell party at the burnt-out bar in the sub-basement of the bus station. Please stop by.
March 12th, 2008 at 11:42 pm
Cheers! Great info here.
March 13th, 2008 at 2:19 am
I love my job and I have known this young lady for over 15 years. I took her under my wing when she was homeless and now she has a $30,000 a month business. I felt in my heart to help her start this business; but some how during the course of time, she has changed. She has become verbally abusive and false accusations toward me. So before it gets worse, I need to resign. Please help me asap.
March 14th, 2008 at 11:31 am
Is there no such thing as integrity anymore? Everyone seems so concerned with leaving on good terms, but what about when you are leaving on bad terms? I’m currently writing a letter of resignation due to an irrational and irascible supervisor. While I intend to be as balanced and non-accusational as possible, I will certainly make it clear why I am going. To do any less violates a deeply held sense of honesty and justice (I do recognize that those things are contrary to the modern professional world).
So far all of the sites I have encountered in my search for resignation advice have operated with one defining principle: career first. I beg to disagree: integrity first. True, any letter of resignation will be placed in my file. However, naming the person who crushed my morale should also cause the letter to be placed in her file as well, which is precisely where it belongs. If the company can’t handle the truth then I have no desire to work for them ever again, career be damned.
This above all: to thine own self be true!
March 14th, 2008 at 6:24 pm
What do ya’ll Think of this one,
17 March 2008
To: *********** (Human Resources Manager)
I, Felicity ******, hereby resign my position as Cleaner at *********************
My situation has changed to the point where i am no longer able to fufil the obligations set down in the job description
I apologise for any inconvenience this causes yourself and the staff at The Clinic
Whilst reviewing my employment agreement I couldn’t find any indication of expected notice so i am giving the traditional two weeks, however if a replacement cannot be found in this time i am able to continue until the 24th of April.
I wish the Clinic continued success, and I want to thank you for allowing me to be a part of your team. Please feel free to contact me at any time if I can be of further assistance in helping with a smooth transition
Sincerely,
Felicity **********
my husband thinks its too formal, i don’t you decide
March 15th, 2008 at 5:59 am
From all the letter i read this is the outcome of my letter
XXX,
My Address
19 MARCH 2008
Managment,
Company Address
RE: RESIGNATION LETTER
Sir,
I’m Joanna refer to the name above with the address such as would like to inform sir, about me to resign from JJJ. My last day will be on the (Date).
It’s been a pleasure to work part in JJJ. I have been working shortly and it was a big experience for me, I enjoyed. Further more, thank you for assisting me, for the support, guidance and encouragement you have provided during my time at JJJ. Though, I have to resign because I have to further my experiences in a newer level. I feel it is time to move onto new opportunities and challenges. I am looking forward to this new challenge and to starting a new phase of my work.
I appreciate your understanding and consideration of my decision to leave JJJ and I wish all the best for your organization in the future. I will do my best to have my work in order by (Date). Thank you.
Sincerely,
___________________________
(xxx)
March 18th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
thanks, Emurse, for the ideas!
am preparing my resignation letter which am hoping to tender as soon as a better career opportunity presents itself
more power!
dee
March 19th, 2008 at 5:12 am
Joddy,
You mentioned that there is a law stating if the employer asks you to leave before your last day noted on your resignation letter, they are reqired to pay you through that date. Do you have a website or written information to provide?
Thanks!
March 19th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
All of this great information makes me want to quit my job… just for the fun of it!
March 28th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
Very handy…
Thank you
March 30th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
Is it distressing to anyone else besides me that so many people are mispelling the word “pursue” ?
March 30th, 2008 at 7:21 pm
The two weeks notice is a courtesy to your former employer, and an indication of your character for your next company. Providing two weeks notice allows them time to either back fill your position, or to find other means to distribute your workload. As a perspective new employer, if I see that you’re willing to skip the professionalism and stiff the old paycheck, I might take a second glance at why I’m hiring you. After all, what’s to say you won’t stiff me at a critical time in the future?
April 2nd, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Hi! I m leaving the company because I am getting married in a month’s time. Do i have to mention that in my resignation letter? or should i just say ‘due to personal reasons?’ can anyone pls help me with a sample letter or something?
thank you guys!
April 5th, 2008 at 11:38 am
Hi,
I would like to ask for advise on my resignation problems. I have not resigned yet but intend to. I am working as an expatriate in Tanzania and my employer has been a nightmare. First he has never fulfilled anything that is in our agreed contract (provision of vehicle,medical,house,and 90% of what is stipulated. My salary is always late and currently i am in my third month without a salary.I came here after he persuaded me to join him.Amongst the promoses he made was to reinvest in the company ( motor vehicle repairs) in order to start being profitable again. It is two tears and i have managed somehow to have customer confidence back though what some of them go through with us is uacceptable.Finally he is exceedingly racist and a pathological liar.It is a famoly bussiness. I now have a new job offer but are scared that if i resign,he will damage my new prospects as he is influential. Please help me write a proper resignation letter which can go well with him. Thank you
Bekino
April 30th, 2008 at 3:22 am
o i really wanna say thanks to those people how made this site .this is a mind blowing site i got confuse in writing my resigntion letter n on google i got my right choice
thank you
Tanvi Bansal
May 4th, 2008 at 1:28 pm
I am leaving my crrent poisition since we do not have lunch breaks and everyone seems to agree with the pood working conditions. I am losing weight and developing health issues around working 8-10 hours and no lunch break just short 15- 20 minute breaks.
June 1st, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Thanks for sharing these information. This sites really informative.
June 17th, 2008 at 3:21 am
Is submitting resignation by email proper? If so, what’s the right format?
June 19th, 2008 at 3:17 pm
Just Check with your HR policy first regarding 2 weeks. If they request 2 weeks then do it don’t burn bridges if you can avoid it. However, please check your state laws before doing this. I would record my conversation with my boss when he calls (Remember check your state and local laws to ensure you are not committing a crime) Reason is if your boss states something like “pick up your stuff and I never want to see you again” your company’s policy may authorize pay for this two week period. Obviously your boss will deny saying what he/she said because they were hot. But you have the tape. Overall, protect yourself and be respectful
June 19th, 2008 at 11:03 pm