How do I construct my resignation letter?

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Hello, Everyone; I need some advice on constructing my resignation letter.
I currently work at a non-profit as a coordinator and began in this role in February 2022. Honestly, the job was incredibly toxic, with the executive director causing me incredible stress as the only coordinator in the office. We do not have a human resource administrator, as the solely individual working at the office is the executive director, myself and an administrative assistant hired last week, as the other one resigned.

I recently received a government internship offer that I'm taking, which will begin at the end of the month.

I plan on emailing my resignation this week and would appreciate advice on constructing the letter.

Thank you!

tfan1 · Accepted Answer

I don’t know if you have ever seen the British comedy Are you being served? But your letter reminds me of the one the senior salesman wrote to the store’s owner. I’ll write it to you and you might get a laugh or you might can use it and alter it to your specification. Here it goes.

Dear Mr. Grace, I Ernest Grainger being of sound mind, having given the best years of my life to your store, regretfully have to tell you that you are a miserable old boot! And Captain Peacock is a nitpicking old busybody. And Mrs. Slocombe is a frustrated old cow!

It only goes that far in the show but hopefully you liked it. 👍🙂

AviatorTom · Accepted Answer

I have resigned from a couple jobs. Each time, I simply stated the facts, like this... "To: Copy:

Date: Subject: My resignation Please accept my resignation effective . I thank everyone for the opportunity to work here and I wish everyone well in the future. Sincerely, " It's important to keep it simple and factual, no need to explain why you are leaving (you can let close colleagues know that verbally) and make sure you don't burn any bridges.

jennifer_bloom · Accepted Answer

You could say that due to unexpected medical delays and procedural emotional challenges you did not feel fully adapted to coordinate and manage, you no longer believed you were the ideal fit for the role you were hired for, but you were grateful for the growth and life lessons this honourable job had given you and had done your best to provide the essential functions you were paid to serve. You trust the wise managers will be capable enough to attract new talent and endorse their search for a replacement as you experiment with your new calling, that has grappled you and captured your involuntary interest.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

say you are leaving and when you are leaving. thank them for the opportunity for working there. the "why" will be discussed in the exit interview, which i'm not sure you'll have because you don't have HR which is very weird to me...

bolverk · Answer

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Staximus · Answer

Don't say anything. Just don't show up when you want to stop working. Send the director this email.

Dear asshole,

I quit. Go fuck yourself with a saguaro cactus. Have my last check ready within 48 hours or you will hear from my attorney.

Sincerely, (your name here)

caring__1 · Answer

Just say, "I've been offered a new job, and I'll be starting there on November 25. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to have this experience, and I hope your non-profit continues to be successful."

Curiosity2006 · Answer

Legit.

purplepoppy · Answer

Don't explain or apologise and definitely don't piss them off in case you need a reference or ever want to return.

Anonymous · Answer

If you are a non-profit coordinator would you not be a better writer than us? A bunch of random strangers?

BCA6010 · Answer

Keep it short, to the point, and professional, no matter how much you hate working there.

Anonymous · Answer

Fuck the job.. fuck all of you! Specially manager!!! For all the damage you’ve mentally caused. And Give me my salary for the days I worked or I’m reporting your LABOUR department.

With Regards.
~Name~

Moose304 · Answer

well, this works!

Gloree · Answer

follow @aviatortom advice. sounds cool and professional. It is important to not burn bridges. you don't know where life takes you. build bridges not walls.

slatyb · Answer

I am resigning my position effective December 1, 2022. Regards, Anonymous

joeldalton · Answer

Keep it sweet and simple. @aviatortom is spot on. I couldn't provide anything better.

OddBeMe · Answer

Respectful, be up for future endeavors with them, even if there are hard feelings, don’t burn a bridge. You could be working for anyone reading this letter in the future.

Fuentes · Answer

This my two weeks and I quit I want you to process this as a employee who has resigned and quit!

thorboy · Answer

copy and paste from google. You can modify it to your liking.

jjj101010 · Answer

Happy to help, I see them every day

jimmy2 · Answer

Just say bye

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