Resignation After you have accepted a new position, the next step is to resign from your current employer. Remember, once you have accepted the new position, in essence you have two employers. It's not fair to your new employer to prolong your commitment with the old employer. Likewise, it's not fair to your old employer to leave them hanging. They need as much notice as possible to begin searching for your replacement. Sometimes the thought process of resigning can be very difficult and uncomfortable, even when you are excited about your new position. It is important to be prepared. The following guidelines will help make the resignation go more smoothly. • Give your resignation in the morning. Don't wait until late in the day. • Keep it brief. Don't get into a discussion about where you're going or how much you'll be earning. It's completely irrelevant during your resignation. • Always use a resignation letter. Make sure your letter has commitment and conviction in it. If you are not sure how to write the resignation letter, ask your recruiter for assistance. We have several samples that you may use. • Give no more than a two-week resignation. This is professional courtesy. • The idea behind a clean, concise resignation is to discourage a counteroffer. A proper resignation also leaves a favorable impression with your employer. |
