Article contribution by Sonal Agrawal, Managing Partner Accord India / AltoPartners Global Operating Committee Member and AESC Main Board Member.

“The actual letter is a formal notification of the desire to end an employment contract. Keep it short, direct, professional, and focussed on the timelines and conditions of your exit.”

She lists some basics your letter should contain: “A neutral professional tone, a clear mention of the effective date of resignation and any requests for early release, your availability for handover and transition, and if you can manage it, an acknowledgment of the professional opportunity provided. Plus best wishes etc.”

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