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Hi, so only after 4 weeks of employment, I've received a much better offer from my dream company, with kickass benefits and more money. I'll have to say goodbye to my current new employer that sadly has terrible benefits.
Thinking of making it short and sweet....what do you think? I'm only giving 1 week notice, as I'll be starting my new job in 2 weeks and want to take a week off in between.
Dear Mr. Xx:
I regret to inform you that I am resigning from my position as Project Manager at ABC Company.
My last day of employment will be March 9.
Thank you for the support that you have provided me during my short employment here. I truly appreciated the opportunity.
If I can be of any assistance during this transition, please let me know. I would be glad to help however I can.
You're not obligated, but IMO, you should at least say something to the fact "I have decided to pursue another employment opportunity which better suits my knowledge, skills, abilities and needs."
Many will say you should never put "the reason" you are resigning, but IMO, if the company has been somewhat "good" to you, they kinda deserve a reason. 9 times out of 10, your boss will ask you why once they receive your notice anyway. It's solely up to you though.
It's not terribly uncommon for people to quit after <1 month these days. I would just keep it short in sweet. Business is business and they most likely won't take this personal in any way.
It's not terribly uncommon for people to quit after <1 month these days. I would just keep it short in sweet. Business is business and they most likely won't take this personal in any way.
Not personnel, but it kinda looks bad on the OP part for "only" giving 1 weeks notice. I'm assuming they need to find a replacement for him considering he is a Program Manager.
You're not obligated, but IMO, you should at least say something to the fact "I have decided to pursue another employment opportunity which better suits my knowledge, skills, abilities and needs."
Many will say you should never put "the reason" you are resigning, but IMO, if the company has been somewhat "good" to you, they kinda deserve a reason. 9 times out of 10, your boss will ask you why once they receive your notice anyway. It's solely up to you though.
give the reason verbally, not on an offical "document"
and the exit interview gives a chance to bring it up as well
Thanks guys.
Yeah, I might leave the reasoning off the actual letter, and jyst let them know verbally if asked. I honestly don't think it would be a negative including it in there. . I just don't see a good enough reason to include it and thus making the letter longer and more complicated.
Thanks guys.
Yeah, I might leave the reasoning off the actual letter, and jyst let them know verbally if asked. I honestly don't think it would be a negative including it in there. . I just don't see a good enough reason to include it and thus making the letter longer and more complicated.
Well, as they say, honesty is.....you know the end. You have no reason to hide or distort anything. It is courteous to give them a simple explanation so they don't waste time in witch hunting. Professional courtesy leaves a good impression. It could be verbal if there's an opportunity. If no formal verbal opportunity, a polite simple letter should work.
Not personnel, but it kinda looks bad on the OP part for "only" giving 1 weeks notice. I'm assuming they need to find a replacement for him considering he is a Program Manager.
Why does it look bad? He's only been there for 4 weeks! Heck, I'd give them a couple of days' notice and be done with it. OP isn't going to put this place on his resume.
Take this job and shove it..
I ain't working here no more..
My woman done left and took all the reasons...
I was working for..
You better not try to stand in my way...
Cause I'm walkin out the door..
Take this job and shove it..
I ain't working here no more...
Tom, that song is the first thing I thought of before opening the thread.
OP, I think your letter sounds professional and concise.
Good luck on your new gig.
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