I GOT A JOB OFFER THAT PAYS ABOUT TWICE AS MUCH WITH BENEFITS THAT MY CURRENT EMPLOYER DOESNT OFFER. I FEEL BAD FOR LEAVING AND IM NOT SURE HOW TO GO ABOUT TELLING THEM. HELP!!!!!!
2006-09-05 08:38:49 · 15 answers · asked by Wondering 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
How about this "I'm leaving for a better opportunity but I have enjoyed the time I've spent here"
2006-09-05 08:41:11 · answer #1 · answered by Penguin Gal 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The best way to go about it is to submit a letter of resignation giving as much notice as you are able to. You need to be honest and let them know why you are leaving and how you felt about your employment while there. MSWorks has some pretty good samples that you can use and put in your own words as does the microsoft office website http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/default.aspx. Some of the previous answers also have decent wording. The main points you want to get across are when you are palnning on leaving, how satisfied you have or have not been, and why you are leaving. It is always best to put it in writing, on a computer or typewriter is prefferable due to neatness ad ease of reading, but don't use any fancy fonts, times new roman or arial are the standard. and 12 is the standard size. Don't forget to keep a copy for your own records. I would hand deliver the letter to my supervisor with an explanation as to what it is, they usually appreciate it more. At that point if there is anything they can do to keep you I would verbally tell them at that point also, putting it in the letter is not professional. If you are exteremly happy there you may even settle for less than what the new job is offering, but more than you have now, as you don't know how content you will be at the new place. Although, you may settle for less start by asking them to match if not beat the offer and then negotiate. If you get more from your current employer and decide to stay you want to send a letter to the new job your turning down and you can find sample letters for that in the same places i mentioned above.
2006-09-05 16:01:59 · answer #2 · answered by Wilkow Conservative 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My wife had a similar situation a few years ago. She very nicely and politely told her boss the fact: The new job pays better - a LOT better. They understood and wished her well and they parted with no animosity.
I think submitting a brief and formal resignation letter, but telling your boss in person why you are leaving will do the trick. If you present yourself in a nice way it will go smoothly.
2006-09-05 15:42:08 · answer #3 · answered by deadstick325 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well catch your boss or supervisor when they are alone, and just say, "I want to let you know that I am giving you my 2 week notice", or 1 week in some cases. That's a good starter, from there just explain that although you've enjoyed your time and learned a lot from your current job, that it's time for you to move on.
2006-09-05 15:46:41 · answer #4 · answered by sweet_truth 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask to speak to your manager and tell him or her "I just want to let you know that I found another position and my last day will be two weeks from ____. Thank you so much for the opportunity to work here; I will miss this place." That way you don't burn your bridges (good for getting a letter of recommendation) and you are leaving on a nice note.
2006-09-05 15:41:50 · answer #5 · answered by DMBthatsme 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tell them, as nicely as possible, that you want to leave and why. They may match the offer. Give them as much notice as you can.
If not, certainly don't lie; it could come back to bite you.
2006-09-05 15:45:41 · answer #6 · answered by bhalrog72 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
put in your two weeks notice and tell them the plain truth. nobody will hate you for leaving your job because they'll always find a replacement and dont feel bad about it that you're leaving for a better job.
2006-09-05 15:47:23 · answer #7 · answered by gurltype_r01 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You do not have to tell them anything. You do need to submit a 2 week notice. All it needs to say is, " Effective _____, I am submitting my 2 week notice. Thank you for the opportunity to work for you."
If they ask, just tell them for personal reasons.
2006-09-05 15:42:04 · answer #8 · answered by Richard B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I can relate. It's never easy, but you have to take care of yourself. Trust me, if it came down to it, your business would be looking out for its own best interest anyway. As for wording, look at the second person's answer. She gave good wording.
2006-09-05 15:46:41 · answer #9 · answered by debbie 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
tell them you need a higher paying job to pay the bills for your dying mother.
2006-09-05 15:40:45 · answer #10 · answered by Niecy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋