Resign by email
In our busy world, it’s now normal to quit a job over email. You might go because you found something new, for your own needs, or you’re not happy with your job. Knowing how to write a good quit email is key. Here’s a full how-to on quitting by email the right way.
Pick the best time to send your quit email. The sooner you tell your boss after you know, the better. This gives them time to find someone new and makes it easier for everyone. Don’t send it when work is crazy or right before big deadlines so you don’t cause trouble.
Be Professional
Write your quit email with respect at all times. Start with “Dear [Boss’s Name]” or “Hello,” then say straight out that you’re leaving. Thank them for the chances and what you’ve learned while there.
You often need to tell them two weeks before you plan to stop working. But if your work deal says different, follow that rule. Make your last work day clear in the email so there’s no mix-up.
Show you are a true professional by helping with changing over. You could teach someone new, write down what you do, or help your team. Saying you’ll help shows you have good work behavior and care about your job.
Keep it Quiet
Quitting is your own choice, so don’t tell anyone before it’s time. Send your quit email just to who needs to know, like your boss or HR. Don’t talk about it with work friends until they all know.
Before you send it, look over your quit email well. Fix any spelling or word mistakes. What you send shows how professional you are, so make it right and clear.
Finish your quit
email with thanks again for your time at the job. Say again that you’re there to help switch over. Wish the company well as you end.
Be Ready
After your email is sent, be ready to talk more, like in a last meeting or to sort out last work stuff. Stay open to tips and be nice until you’re done at the job.
Quitting by email is easy and works well if you need to tell your job you’re leaving. If you do it as we say here, and stay professional, you can move on without any problem and keep a good name while starting the next part of your work life.
