How 2 Do Things

Drafting a Resignation Letter or Letter of Resignation is something that most of us will face at some point in our careers. The most important thing is to provide the Notice of Resignation in a manner that does not burn bridges with your former employer or your industry. Follow the steps below to maintain a relationship with your former employer.

Type the letter so that it is professional.

Address the letter to your boss and/or the head of human resources at your company.

In your first sentence, state something positive about the company and what you have accomplished there. For example, you may wish to state that your time at the company has been an invaluable experience of learning or development and elaborate on that.

In your next sentence, state why you are moving on to a new company or new position. If you are attempting to maintain the bridge between you and this company, keep it positive and do not bash the company. Instead, simply state that you believe that the new company or new industry you are entering is providing new opportunities for growth for you, and that it is time for you to move on.

In your next sentence, state that you have accepted a position at your new company and provide your start date for the new company and the date of your last day at the company.
Finally, state that you enjoyed working at the company and that you wish the company the best for the future.

If you would like to maintain a good relationship with your former company or in your industry, even if there are negative things to say about the company in your letter, resist the urge to put those in your resignation letter or notice of resignation.