Resigning Gracefully

Congratulations! You've landed the job! Now you are faced with the delicate challenge of resigning from your current employer without burning bridges, and saying good-bye to friends and colleagues.

Your IMPROVECO office recruiter can advise you on your draft resignation letter. Then, make an appointment with your manager to respectfully explain your decision. Your manager needs to hear that your decision is firm and final and that you are committed to your new employer.

Express appreciation for the opportunities that your former employer has given you. Be firm and be careful not to get lured into any discussions other than your resignation. Agree your leaving date and how your employer wants to handle your final weeks, or the hand over of your current responsibilities and projects to others.