Now, when we quit a job, we don’t just talk face-to-face. With folks working from far and video chats, saying you’re leaving by email is normal at lots of jobs. Still, you need to think hard and be kind when you write this kind of email. Let’s look at the main parts of quitting by email and share ideas on how to do it right and with good manners.
The time to send your “I’m leaving” email matters a lot. Try to send it when others work, better in the morning. That way, your boss has time to think and plan without it messing up their whole day. Also, think about if the team has big stuff to finish or deadlines. Try not to leave at a time that makes more work for them.
Keep it Short and Right
In your “I’m out” email, being short and right is what you need. Start by writing to the person you report to or the right boss. Say straight that you’re leaving, and tell them your last work day. This stops any mix-ups.
Like this:
Hey [Boss’s Name],
Just letting you know I’m quitting my [Your Job] at [Workplace], and my last day is [Final Day].
Thanks for all I learned at [Workplace].
Bye,
[Your Name]
Saying thanks is a good way to leave well. Give a nod to your boss and mates for what they taught you there. This shows you’re a pro and keeps things good as you head to the new job.
You can also say you’ll help get someone new ready or list what you do or help with stuff still going. Helping like this means your team and boss won’t have a hard time when you’re gone.
Keep it Quiet
Keep your leaving news just between you and your boss at first. Don’t tell other workers until you’ve said it to your boss. This avoids gossip and keeps things cool at your job until you leave.
Even though you say you’re leaving by email, you should still write a full “I quit” letter. Say again that you’re leaving and give thanks, but add more detail. Print it and give it to your boss for their files.
Get Ready for What Comes Next
After your email and letter, get ready for what’s next. Wrap up things at your job now, tell who needs to know you’re going, and look to your next work or job hunt.
Leaving by email is a good, clean way to tell your job you’re going. If you follow these hints, you can leave in a nice, right way, and start the next part of your work life looking good.