How do you go about handing in your notice in an informal workplace?

Question

I need to hand in my notice at work but it is an informal place - having said that, I don't think they will be too pleased that I am leaving.
How do I bring it up once I get to work? how do I start telling my boss - esp if there are people overhearing the conversation? As soon as I come in I should inform my boss - but how do I launch into it without sounding too blunt or random?

thanks.

Answer 1

I think the idea of having a quiet word (the two answers above) with your boss is best - ask if you can have a quick word in private at some point and then you can explain what you are doing, that it is with some regret, but it's time to move on etc etc...
The only thing with doing it this way is that you will have no witnesses that you have given notice, so have letter ready to hand over too and/or a supporting e-mail.

Answer 2

I have always and suggest you do to, write a very professional letter of resignation explaining why you are leaving (keep it nice). I would tell the boss first thing in the morning. Ask the boss to see him/her privately. You ALWAYS want a witness so maybe another supervisor or something. If it is first thing in the morning, it gives you an idea of how irate they may be so if it's too bad you can always just leave on the spot. Have a back up letter stating why you left on the spot. Make it state that you have given a notice but need to leave right away due to the boss' irate behavior and response. Keep a copy of the letter. I believe it is better to have things look professional and in writing. Government jobs will look at all of your past work files. This makes you going out smelling like a rose.

Answer 3

Never an easy thing to do, but must be done. Ask to speak to him in private, then explain why you are leaving and please give him a two week notice (the average) If it is for a better job explain that, but always do not burn your bridges, always leave on good terms, you never know what the future may hold, and that may be a good reference, a need to come back, virtually anything. Basically say here is my situation I have been offered a job with etc, or I am going back to school, whatever, although I have enjoyed my position here, it is time for me to move on to bigger and better things, and I cannot resist the offer that I have been given. I thank you and this company for giving my the opportunity for gaining the experience that I have acquired, which has made me eligible for the new position I have recently accepted. I will always appreciate this company and what it has done for me, but it is time for me to move on and up. Again thank you it has been apleasure working for you and if there is ever anything that I can do for you please feel free to give me a call.

Answer 4

Hard one.

Try to wait until your boss is alone - maybe having his coffee, or just after he's taken a phone call, something like that. But make sure he's alone.

Then just tell him that you're very sorry but you've found another job/need a sabbatical (or break, if you prefer)/time for yourself or family/maybe even tell him the truth, whatever it might be.

It's hard not to be blunt because it is a parting of the ways.

Just be aware that you might shed a few tears (or at least tear-up) when you tell him.

Answer 5

Tell your boss you need to speak with them privately. Ask when you can meet in his/her office. (If you are in an EXTREMELY casual environment - there are still usually conference rooms!)

Don't stress too much - you aren't rejecting these people on a personal basis, you have just found a better opportunity!

Best of luck!

Answer 6

you write a letter and put it in an envelope and give it to your boss and walk away. that is official. you dont say anything to anybody beforehand. just do it. you dont have to speak to anyone.

Answer 7

write a letter. either hand it to them or email it to them.