How do you write a letter or resignation? Do you have to give the two weeks notice all the time?

Answer 1

Two weeks notice is a standard. However, seeing as it is perfectly legal to be fired and told to leave, without severance pay, you can also up and quit without notice.

A main reason for two weeks notice is that you want your old employer to give you a reasonable reference. Also, your new employer will consider your leaving the old firm without notice as somewhat farty.

Answer 2

I agree with some of the other responses already. You have the right to give no notice at all (unless per a contract of some sort). But, (1) good luck ever gettin rehired (don't laugh, people go back to companies they've quit all the time), and (2) don't ever look for a reference there. It is just considred bad form.

The letter of resignation normally goes something like this:

Dear Sir or Ma'am:

Today I am submitting this letter as notice of my resignation from Company A. I have enjoyed working here; however, for reasons blah blah, I have decided that I must move on at this time. My last day will be on June X, 2007.

Keep it simple (3 sentences) and keep it positive.

Best of luck.

Answer 3

you should really give at least one pay period of notice at a minimum .
so if your paid once a month then one month.
less then 2 weeks is not acceptable and is not seen as being enough notice or considered proper notice.
as for writing a letter that is fine you can its a good idea and make a copy of the letter being sure to date the letter

Answer 4

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