Letter of resignation, what goes into it?

Question

I'm going back to school FT next month. I talked to my boss this morning to see what options he might offer. He basically said work FT or nothing. I understood that before I walked in there but figured you never know 100% what someone else will say. He asked that I write something up stating that I'm leaving the company. What do I write? I've never given notice before. It was always a situation of "you're fired" or "Go F yourself" with my past employers. I've worked here 10 years now.

Answer 1

First of all - it hurts to find out that 10 years at a company does not create an charitable attitude. On the other hand, your boss may not be paid to think of ways to keep you employed - but that doesn't mean that you can't propose something, like - offer parttime consulting to a manager who has liked your work before. Don't talk money - just get the idea accepted for now. Or go up the chain to find a parttime job in the same company.
For your question: Keep it Short And Sweet.
I regret to inform you that I am leaving ____ to return to school fulltime. I have been looking forward to this transition, and will miss all those I have worked with over the last 10 years. Sincerely,
Assume it will be published - you never know. Do not burn anybody.
In addition - Immediately, 1. get in writing - good comments and reviews from your previous bosses/fellow workers / suppliers etc. use these as proof of your abilities in an interview. 2) If you're going back to school, - there are scholarships and work assistance grants for certain occupations and majors. Check with the Jobs service through the state/county 3) network - call your competitors - indicate that you'd be willing to help them while you are in school. This shows responsibility. If they like you - they may keep you. 4) show initiative, you may make more money marketing a 10 year work history that shows stability than sticking around. The easiest increases in salary usually come from changing companies not being promoted. Check with the temp agencies. [e-mail]

Answer 2

You want to be sure to leave on a good note (don't burn your bridges); so you want your letter to be positive. Start the letter by saying that you're resigning in order to go back to school and provide the date of your resignation (presumably you'll give at least two weeks' notice). Then thank your boss for the opportunities he's given you and tell him how much you've enjoyed working there. That's about it.

Answer 3

The letter only needs to include the date that you will be leaving. You could include the reason if you like but it's not needed. In fact, anything you add could create problems for you in the future. Don't burn any bridges and instead just include your name and address, your employer's name and address, the date you are leaving and sign it.

eg Dear John Doe,

This letter will serve as notice that I will be leaving the company effect 1/2/08.

Thank you,

Jane Doe

Answer 4

Hammy, you changed your name! Anywho....you just write that you've appreciated the opportunity to work with their company, they have shown loyalty (10 years!) and you will always remember those 10 years as challenging and rewarding, however you want to pursue further education, a goal near and dear to your heart to better yourself and your family. (butter 'em up incase you gotta go back and ask to be rehired).

Also, ask them politely to reconsider keeping you on in a part-time capacity by stating that you are open to a flexible arrangement. etc. etc.

Good Luck!

Answer 5

Hiya - check this link out it has templates and tips to help out with letters. Hope this helps. http://jobsearchtech.about.com/od/resignationletter/index_a.htm