I am in my second day of a new job but I just got a much better offer that I have decided to accept. How should I resign my current job? Is a faxed letter of resignation unnacceptable?
2006-12-20 06:37:12 · 10 answers · asked by SFL 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Make your current company and manager feel as good as you can, but only you know the best way to do that.
Yes offer them two weeks notice, less only if OK with them
Tell them it was a really nice place with nice people, but you have really got to make more money to be as financially responsible as possible.
That good natured gesture will earn you lots of good will, and who knows when you will need it.
2006-12-20 06:56:39 · answer #1 · answered by Rockies VM 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A FAX letter of resignation is totally UNacceptable! If you're going to resign, it needs to be a signed original, which they'll then place in your employment file.
Now it's pretty customary to give an employer 2 weeks notice that you'll be leaving, but there are times when that's not possible. However, resigning after the 2nd day for a better offer isn't nice, and will most likely burn your bridges with this first company.
The "nice" way to do it, is to write up your letter but talk to your boss face to face to say that you enjoy working there, but just don't think it's the place for you.
And if that new place doesn't work out for whatever reason, you won't be able to back here!
2006-12-20 10:15:04 · answer #2 · answered by msoexpert 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't fax a letter of resignation, because it might make you seem unprofessional. They certainly must of seen some potential in you, so I wouldn't give them a reason to think otherwise. Do you like the job at all? If so maybe you should speak with the supervisor and at least give him a chance to match the better offer. You might be suprised at the outcome. :)
If you still feel like leaving is the best choice for you, find out if they would like you to give notice. Most cases they will say you don't need to stay, but if you ever needed a positive refrence it would be worth it.
2006-12-20 06:51:36 · answer #3 · answered by Apryl 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
most places have a 3 month probation period where if either you or your employer feel things arn't working out you can bow out gracefully(in person followed by a letter of resignation for your employment record) - do give at least 2 weeks notice and be honest. Tell your newer employer a start date. Be nice and keep all your doors open - if the other job doesn't pan out, you may want to consider the first option again. Hopefully your current employer is understanding. Congradulations on getting 2 job offers!
2006-12-20 06:47:42 · answer #4 · answered by Pandora 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes that would be unacceptable. Speak with you supervisor first to let shim expect a letter of resignation. Be sure to give two weeks notice.
2006-12-20 06:40:47 · answer #5 · answered by Shizzle 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
since it's only your second day on the job,it really doesnt matter much how u do it.written ,faxed,phoned.You can imagine how my boss will feel when i land one on him at the end of this year after working there 6 years
2006-12-20 07:00:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Leave on good terms. I would do an in-person notice, followed by a letter.
2006-12-20 06:41:12 · answer #7 · answered by QnA 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
thats uncertain and there are in fact many possible answers to the question...
2016-08-23 13:17:48 · answer #8 · answered by melva 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
start a bidding war!
2006-12-20 06:54:42 · answer #9 · answered by Chris P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really sure
2016-08-08 22:02:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋