The Resignation:

After you have accepted a new job offer, you are faced with the delicate challenge of resigning from your current employer without burning bridges, and saying good-bye to friends and colleagues.

Your recruiter will help you draft your resignation letter. Then, you will make an appointment with your manager to respectfully explain your decision. Your manager needs to hear that your decision is firm and final, and that you are committed to your new employer. Express appreciation for the opportunities that your former employer has given you.

Be careful not to get lured into any discussions other than your resignation. You can expect your employer will do one of the following when you resign, depending upon the company policy:

• Let you continue to work for two weeks
• Try to lure you back with a counteroffer
• Walk you to the door immediately