Chapter 29
Resigning
There are various different ways of approaching the resignation process – some right and some wrong. You might be leaving your current employer but it never hurts to leave them with a positive impression of you.
There are only two points you really have to get across when resigning.
- The fact that you’re resigning.
- Your acceptance that you are (probably) bound by a notice period.
Anything else is just a nicety.
But it’s well worth being as nice as possible about the matter.
Harsh words in a letter of resignation could easily come back to haunt you in the future, not least if you ever need a reference from this employer.
Why are you leaving?
Your employer is going to be wondering why you’re leaving. The important thing ...
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