In the work world, leaving a job must be done right. Saying you’ll leave in two weeks is polite and usual. It helps you and your boss move on well. Some choose to do this face to face, but if you’re far away or too busy, an email might work best. Here are steps for a good two-week notice email.

Pick a Good Time

When to send your goodbye email matters. You should do it in the day during work days. Don’t do it late or on weekends as that looks rushed or rude.

Your email subject should be short and clear. Maybe like “Goodbye Note – [Your Name]” or “I’m leaving in Two Weeks – Last Name, First Name” so they know what it’s about.

Start with a nice “hello” to your boss or HR. Use their title and last name if that’s normal for you two.

Say right away you’re leaving. Keep it easy, like: “I’m leaving my job as [Your Job] at [Work Place], starting two weeks from today.”

Then say “thank you” for the chances and what you learned there. It’s good to be nice and leave on a good note.

Help with the Change

Tell them you’ll help things go well when you leave. You can train someone new, write down what you do, or help in other ways so it’s not hard for them when you go.

Be clear about your last work day. It lets them plan and stops mix-ups about when you’re done.

Stay nice in your email. Don’t be mad or complain, as that can hurt your name and make things bad later. Talk about good things from the job and why you’re going if that fits.

Check your email for any writing mistakes before you send it. A good, right email looks good on you and shows you care about the small things.

Talk After Email

You should talk to your boss after you email. It lets you say more and they can too.

Expect them to feel a lot of things when they get the news. Be ready to talk about any questions or worries and keep it cool.

Be Your Best to the End

Keep working hard until you’re done. How you act in your last days can change what they say about you later.

Sending a “bye in two weeks” email needs care and respect. With these tips, you can leave well and start new things in a good way.