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writes:Not really a relationship or love question, but advice is required.All i want to know is, what on earth do you put in a resignation letter. Things where i work have become unbearable, and i know i should be grateful i have a job, as so many people these days have not, but for the sake of my mental and physical well-being i will have to leave this job and find another, where i am not being constantly bullied.So thats all really, what do you include in a resignation letter?ThanksS
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reader, pinktopaz  +, writes (12 August 2009):
I have to disagree with some of you. I am a supervisor for a large financial company and we had to take several courses in discrimination. It is illegal for them to retaliate against you for bringing up that you've been bullied. Don't worry about "burning bridges" when they are harassing you. The reason why people keep doing things to other people is because those who are harassed are scared and don't want to say anything. It is NOT OKAY for people to make your life a living hell at work to the point that you cannot work there. People need to be respectful of others in the workplace. Talk to someone who can let you know what your options are (legally). Like I said, I don't know the laws in the UK, but here in the US, burning bridges don't mean shit if you're bullied at work.
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reader, anonymous, writes (12 August 2009): I agree with baddoghi (and I'm a manager!). All you need to do is write a SHORT & SIMPLE letter:
Dear (boss name),
Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation. I will be happy to remain on staff for the next two weeks to allow for any transition that may be required.
Sign (name)
Contact information (address...)
Do NOT VENT!!!! Don't write anything that you don't want your next boss to read! keep it simple!
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (12 August 2009):
Here is one template I found, but it's regarding conflict with boss, hopefully this helps get you started:
[Your Name]
[Street Address]
[City, ST ZIP Code]
August 11, 2009
[Recipient Name]
[Title]
[Company Name]
[Street Address]
[City, ST ZIP Code]
Dear [Recipient Name]:
Please accept this as official notice of my resignation. As you know, over the last six months, we have had many differences of opinion regarding the processes, work assignments, and goals for the Main Street project. Our conflict has affected my ability to manage my team and has left me and many of my direct reports feeling uncertain about the future of the project. It is clear to me that you and I will not be able to resolve our differences. Therefore, I feel that resigning is the best option for me and for the team.
My last day at Adventure Works will be Friday, November 28, 2003. I would be happy to meet with you at your convenience to discuss the transition of my duties to my successor.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Title]
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reader, anonymous, writes (12 August 2009): Just state that you are leaving and that you are giving due notice.
Don't burn any bridges by stating your reasons for doing so.
They may do an exit interview with you to find out why, but I doubt it as I think they know why they bullied you into leaving.
I've been there but I didn't bother writing one up. I told them I was leaving and left after the notice period.
I never went back!
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (12 August 2009):
Yes, you can include things of that nature on a resignation letter. Do you use Microsoft Word? You can look up templates for letters of resignation under different categories. And like the other poster, you should take legal action. I don't know about the laws over there, but in the States, if you feel that you are being bullied you have every right to file a discrimination case. At least here, you don't necessarily have to tell a superior to file, but have to talked to your manager about this?
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reader, baddogbj  +, writes (12 August 2009):
 Unless you plan on taking legal action against your employer, in which case you should consult your lawyer before writing the letter, then pretty much the less that you say the better. There is no benefit to you in venting even if you feel that you have been treated badly as these things have a way of coming back to hurt you.
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