Resignations

I’m trying to find another job with a better work/life balance. I’m doing the work of at least 3 people. I’m exhausted. I don’t feel like I’m doing well at it anymore. I feel constantly behind, I’m thinking about work on my days off, and I’m just not enjoying it. I got promoted to doing this job last year and I don’t think I’m cut out for it anymore. As crazy as it sounds it’s sucking the life out of me.

What and how is the best way to do a resignation? I have a letter written up already.. but should I tell my boss I’m going to give it to him? Or should I just basically blindside him with a letter. I plan on giving him two weeks. I also won’t be giving him the letter until I know I have another job lined up.

This is the first time I’ve actually done something like this, in the past I’ve just gave a verbal notice or I quit on the spot. I don’t want to do either for this job. I’ve been here 4 years.