Resignation

Nobody enjoys resigning, and it can be emotionally draining for many people, but try to focus on the end result and remember that a delay will get you nowhere.

It is always best to write the resignation letter beforehand as it can be difficult to verbally convey your reasoning. Make sure that the letter is succinct, polite and thank them for their support during your employment.

Agree a provisional departure date. It can always be changed, but it sets up a framework within which everyone can plan for the future. If you are hoping to leave before your official notice period ends, suggest targets for you to achieve that would allow them to release you earlier than contractually required.


Counter Offer

Your current employer will not wish to lose you, as it is hard for them to recruit and re-train new personnel. Counter offers are extremely common and it is likely that your current employer will try to entice you to stay with promises of higher remuneration or a change of role. Always consider the following:

• Why were you not worth a higher salary before your resignation?
• Why did they not previously mention a change in role?
• Above all, remember your reasons for seeking new employment in the first place!

Statistics prove that most people who accept a counter offer will leave the following year as their initial reasons for changing still remain.