Basic Informations
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State ZIP]
[Your Email]
[Your Phone Number]
[Date]
[Manager's Name]
[Company Name]
[Company Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Dear [Manager's Name],
The Big News (Drumroll Please...)
I'm writing to officially announce that I'll be taking my talents elsewhere, effective [Last Day of Work]. Yes, after [time at company], I've decided it's time to pack up my coffee mug, my collection of company pens (oops, did I say that out loud?), and bid farewell to my beloved desk chair that has perfectly molded to my posterior.
The Why (Without the Dramatic Music)
While I've thoroughly enjoyed my time as [Your Position] at [Company Name] - especially the free donuts on Fridays and that one Christmas party where [Colleague's Name] did karaoke - I've decided to pursue an opportunity that will allow me to [brief explanation: "explore my passion for underwater basket weaving" / "finally use my degree in medieval poetry" / "work somewhere that doesn't require pants"].
The Thank You Part (No, I'm Not Crying, You're Crying)
I'd like to express my genuine gratitude for all the opportunities, challenges, and memorable moments at [Company Name]. Special thanks to:
- The IT department, for fixing my computer every time I "accidentally" downloaded something suspicious
- The cleaning staff, who never mentioned the alarming amount of snack wrappers in my trash
- [Colleague's Name], for always laughing at my jokes (even the terrible ones)
- You, [Manager's Name], for your guidance, support, and remarkable patience when I missed those deadlines
The Transition Plan (Yes, I Actually Thought This Through)
I'm committed to ensuring a smooth transition before my departure. I will:
- Document all my processes (even the secret shortcuts)
- Train my replacement (without teaching them my bad habits)
- Finish all outstanding projects (or at least make them look finished)
- Return all company property (except for that stapler we both know has been missing since 2019)
The Goodbye (Without Getting Too Emotional)
While I'm excited about my next adventure, I'll miss the [Company Name] team and our [inside joke or company tradition]. I hope our paths cross again in the future, preferably at a venue with an open bar.
Feel free to keep in touch at [personal email] or find me on LinkedIn, where I'll be posting inspirational quotes and humble-bragging about my new role.
Sincerely but with a hint of mischief,
[Your Signature]
[Your Name]
P.S. If anyone needs the password to the [something funny related to your job], it's "IQuitButIStillCare2024!"