How To Give A Proper Resignation?

Got a new job and want to say bye bye to the old one? Here are some quick tips to help you out so that you make a smooth exit.

1. Give a notice in advance. Most people give 2 to 4 weeks notice, depending on their level of responsibility.
2. Keep your pending projects, upcoming meetings and deadlines in mind. Plan about how you’ll wrap things up during your final weeks.
3. Formulate your resignation letter. State that you are "resigning effective month/day/year in order to take another position." Also, try to avoid including any more details about the new opportunity in the letter.

1. Definitely exclude any negative comments about your current job, or why you are leaving. Your letter will be placed in your employee file, and may be read by managers or board members. It is in your best interest to leave a favorable impression on those influential people.
2. Make a point not to tell your co-workers or anyone else in the firm about your resignation until you inform your Manager.
3. Always resign in person. When you meet with your Manager hand him or her a copy of the letter after you have shared the news. Remain calm and respectful. Do not mention any negative reasons, even if asked.
4. Once you have given your resignation, be prepared to leave immediately, if asked. Some companies have a policy to let an employee go immediately upon resignation. Do not take it personally.
5. Once you give notice about your resignation, people will assume that you are not working as hard as you did before. You will need to work even harder to prove you are not slacking off.
6. Document your personal work procedures and the status of your, and your staff’s pending projects. Submit these documents to your Manager. These documents will make it so much easier for your Manager to oversee your staff after you are gone.
7. Never say, "I’ll never work in this place again." It is possible that you may be back someday at this company or a partner of this company. So don’t burn your bridges.
8. Keep a positive attitude in the exit interview. Avoid all temptations to tell all the bad things about your boss and the company, as it is unlikely to bring positive change to the employer.
9. No matter how much you hated the job, be appreciative! You learned many new things and probably met many valuable contacts. Express your appreciation to your Manager, your staff and those with whom you worked closely.

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