Goodbye! See you! We have reached a crossroads, and I am about to take another path. It's time to part ways, and you want to be clear about the reasons for the breakup, and avoid the strong emotions of a conversation. What to do? Write a farewell letter! This article will give you some tips on how to do this.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Quick and Painless
Step 1. Be direct
It's goodbye after all. Why make it more complicated. Does your boss really need everything he did wrong - or right? Does your future ex-partner really need to know what you think about the thing that drove you crazy? No.
Step 2. For your boss
Avoid being friendly or informal, and don't express your complaints. Mention the facts, be direct and professional. If there are any problems, your boss knows about them. If the boss has no idea why you're leaving, now is not the time to explain.
"Dear Mr. Rossi, I am resigning from my position at Rossi and Sons with immediate effect. You can contact me at my address if necessary. Regards, Carlo Menevado
Step 3. To your colleagues
You can be friendlier in this case - you are probably talking to someone you got along well with. (If not, you probably wouldn't be writing a letter)
Franco, it was a pleasure to work with you - we were a great team! I hope old Rossi makes you take my place. If you need to talk, you have my number. Call me. Bye, Carlo
Step 4. For your partner
Be respectful, considerate, but avoid loving terms. They will appear insincere or cynical. End the relationship the way you want to be remembered.
Hi Paola. I really enjoyed the moments together, but it's time to move on. I wish you the best, and I know you will meet someone who will love your collection of venomous snakes as much as you do. Yours, Carlo
Method 2 of 3: Caring and Full of Memories
Step 1. Express your thoughts
There will be many occasions when a simple "see you soon, see you" will not be the right way to end a relationship. In these cases, you will need to tell why your paths are separating, and what you think about your time together.
Step 2. Note who the letter is for
This will determine the overall tone of what you say.
For example, a farewell letter to a partner will be completely different in content and form from a farewell letter to a parent or sibling
Step 3. Decide on the tone of the letter
Are you saying goodbye to the recipient in a friendly way, or will you break up on more hostile terms? This is a very important aspect to consider before starting to write. A loosely written farewell letter can confuse whoever receives it and who is writing it.
- If you are leaving a job, whether you are writing to the company or to your colleagues, choose a friendly and professional tone.
- If you are writing to a true friend, it will not be goodbye, but goodbye. Choose a light, upbeat tone, and talk about when you will meet again.
- If you're saying goodbye to a partner, speak from the heart, and remember that even though things may have changed, that person was once everything to you. Don't leave false hopes, and don't write malicious comments.
Method 3 of 3: Write Your Letter
Step 1. Choose the medium
Will it be a handwritten letter, an email, or an SMS? If you choose to say goodbye on a sheet of paper, investing a few euros in writing paper will be an elegant and thoughtful touch.
Sending an SMS is perhaps the least elegant and kind method. In some cases, it might be the right choice
Step 2. Create a draft
Contrary to what you can see in movies, writing a letter should take more effort than scribbling words on a piece of paper. A draft is a great way to shape your thoughts and understand what you mean before you start writing. The last thing you want to happen is to forget something important or get lost in meaningless sentences.
Step 3. Start writing
Don't worry if many versions will be needed; often the best letters require it. Take the time to refine the letter, as it may be your last chance to communicate with the recipient. Also, try to write clearly and legibly, and to respect the spelling. This won't change the contents of your letter, but it will undoubtedly affect the recipient's final impression of you.
Step 4. Pause, and read your letter again
Before closing the envelope, or press the button Send, let some time pass. Once it is no longer etched in your mind, you will be able to more easily correct errors, whether spelling or grammatical, or in the tone and content of the letter. It can be a great help to have a trusted friend read the letter.
Step 5. Put the letter in an envelope
Including some embellishments can be a thoughtful and classy way to say goodbye.
- For professional farewells to colleagues, include your new business card.
- For friends and family, include a special photograph, yours or from a time together.
- If the letter is for a partner, you can include an object that is reminiscent of your story.
Step 6. Close the envelope
Once you are satisfied with your written, proofread and proofread letter, fold it carefully and place it along with the other elements you want to include in an envelope. Close the envelope, put the stamp and send it, or press "Send".
Advice
- If you have decided to write a letter by hand, consider using a fountain pen rather than a ballpoint pen. The result will be much more elegant.
- If the letter is to your partner, lightly spray it with your perfume. Reminding him of your smell for one last time can help him remember you forever.
Warnings
- Remember that even if you are writing the letter believing you will not retrace your steps, the ways of the Lord are endless. Don't include anything that might cause you embarrassment in the future. A goodbye letter is not the right time to tell your boyfriend that he has bad breath, because there is always a chance that you will meet again in the future.
- Even if you're writing a malicious letter, try not to overdo it. Don't write insults or objectionable phrases, or you risk looking immature.
- Remember, what you write can be read by anyone else. Don't include things you don't want other people to read. Once you have sent the letter, the recipient will decide on its use.
