Giving a 2-week notice is fine. But that doesn't mean you need to start the next job in 2 weeks.Write a letter of resignation giving your notice term, then hand it to your manager in person with a polite and professional explanation. Most employer policies request two weeks minimum, and often more for an executive or higher-level employee. A two weeks' notice has generally been seen as a common courtesy. Though both are used to inform supervisors that you've chosen to no longer work with them. Write a resignation letter, and give two weeks if possible, not just one. I highly recommend talking to the manager in person. A two (2) weeks notice resignation letter is the most common letter used when notifying an employer of an official resignation. You have documented that you chose to leave (were not fired) and that you did provide 2 weeks (or whatever amount) notice of your departure.