I overall like and respect the people at my job, including my boss, and they've been good to me...but it's time to move on. How do I quit nicely? What should I write on the letter of resignation? Should I tell the truth about why I am quitting? (I am just tired of working there).
2007-04-15 13:42:11 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I was in your position. I wrote a quick letter of resignation(a private one of rthe boss) just explaining that I have found a better career more in the direction of what I want to be doing and son on. Then I wrote a letter to all my associates and boss on how they are one of the best and how it was a pleasure working with and for them. That they are dfintely heading in ther right direction and taht you wish them all of the best. Keep it simple. Buy 4 little ceasers large pizzas for lunch and leave on a good note.
2007-04-15 13:51:15 · answer #1 · answered by johnnyk420 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honest but diplomatic. Start by thanking your boss for the opportunity to work at (in your own words) a great place with wonderful people whom you like and respect. Maybe say you're sad to be leaving them. Then say that you regret that it's time for you to take on new endeavors--if you already have a better offer, you can even be honest and say so, though you aren't necessary obligated to give the details. That's up to you. Also, though you want to put your resignation in writing, it might behoove you to deliver it in person and also speak with your boss and co-workers. Don't burn your bridges. From the sound of your question, you seem like a decent person. Just speak from your heart and you'll do fine. Most people--especially business people understand it's nothing personal and ultimately you need to do what's best for you. Good luck.
Joe
2007-04-15 20:54:11 · answer #2 · answered by Jax 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Telling them that you're tired of working there won't make you any friends.
Consider sitting down and discussing your career at the firm. Explain that you appreciate all the time you have spent, but right now, you feel like you need to explore other opportunities. Emphasize how much you have enjoyed working with them.
A letter of resignation is generally impersonal. Not the best way to head out.
2007-04-15 21:05:42 · answer #3 · answered by mraudit 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Give at least two weeks notice. Preferrably a month's notice to allow them the chance to find a suitable replacement.
2. Tell them that you like and respect every one of your fellow coworkers and leave with no ill feelings towards them or the company.
3. Be honest and just tell them that you feel like you need a change. Don't lie because it may come back to hurt you somehow in your search of a new job.
You never know but they just might offer you a different position that may interest you.
What's most important is that you be honest and show an effort that you don't want to hurt the company in any way, you just need to find something else. That's the classiest way to go about it.
2007-04-15 20:51:09 · answer #4 · answered by Joe B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest that you write a letter of resignation, stating how much you like working there, but that you have found an opportunity to broaden yourself professionally, and have to avail yourself of it. Always leave on the best possible note, as you never know who will have to give you a reference.
2007-04-15 20:48:07 · answer #5 · answered by Beau R 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I quit my last job before I decided to only work for myself, in 1993 I had all the people I worked with in my businesss come down and cheer me on as I let my then boss have it for busting my b---s all those years.
Memorable.
Now I work for myself and love it.
2007-04-15 21:21:30 · answer #6 · answered by ChristonInt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋