How To Write A Resignation Letter

So how to write a resignation letter? This goodbye letter will be the last document in your personnel file, but if your future employer calls for reference, it may be the first document seen. You really want to make it works, below are just some tips for your consideration:

• Write your resignation letter to maintain good relationship with your employer, never burn bridges behind you when you resign. You never know when your career will cross paths with your employer again, and you'll also need your boss and coworkers as references when you apply for new jobs.
• Tell your employer when you're leaving the company in the resignation letter. Usually, you need to give a minimum of two weeks notice. But check your employment letter for this information.
• You don't need to explain specifically why you're leaving. If you say you've found a more challenging job, that might imply that your current job is boring; and if you say you have health problem, that might imply that you're a risky employee for your future employer.
• Do thank your employer for giving you the opportunity to work at the company, show your regret in having to leave this company.
• Highlight the most important skills you learned in the company.
• Double check your spelling and grammar, make sure it's error-free.
• If you're resigning due to some bad circumstance and want to sue your employer, you'd better consult a lawyer before you submit your resignation letter.

Please go to sample resignation letters page to get more ideas on how to write a resignation letter.