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Standard Two Weeks Notice

Subject: Two Weeks' Notice — [Your Name]

Hi [Manager],

Please accept this email as formal notice of my resignation from [Company]. My last day will be [Date], two weeks from today.

I'm grateful for the opportunities I've had here and happy to support a smooth handoff over the next two weeks.

Best, [Your Name]

Variants

For a great manager:

"It's been a real privilege working with you, and I'm grateful for everything I've learned. Please accept this as my formal two weeks' notice. My last day will be [Date]; happy to do whatever I can to support the transition."

For a difficult relationship (still professional):

"Please accept this as my formal notice of resignation from [Company]. My last day will be [Date]."

With handoff specifics:

"Please accept this as formal notice of my resignation. My last day will be [Date]. I'd suggest [specific transition plan — who can pick up which projects]."

What to include

  • Formal notice
  • Last day (two weeks out)
  • Brief gratitude (optional)
  • Offer to support handoff (optional)

What to skip

  • Reason for leaving (verbal only)
  • New job announcement
  • Complaints
  • Long emotional content

When to send

After a verbal conversation with your manager. The letter is documentation; the conversation is the moment.

After

HR will reach out for offboarding. Standard process.

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