farewell e-mail at work

One More Solo said:
How hard is it? Just use the usual rubbish: been a pleasure working with you, thank you for your assistance, perhaps/hopefully I'll be back...
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It really is as simple as that. Send the email, trigger out of office reply and walk away. Don’t burn any bridges unless it’s been a real bum job.
 
I didn't have a problem writing my last one, did get in a load of crap for not including the MD's though, when they asked why I just told them the truth, that it hadn't been a pleasure working with them, and I'd not wanted to lie, was my last day after all :D they didn't show up for my leaving drinks, surprisingly
 
Whatevr you type is going to be BS because you couldnt even come up with some claptrap on your own... No one in that dept. really cares, i promise you. Some might be happy to see you go. Send a pic of your schlong and photosop it onto peoples faces and mouths.
 
The last job I quit, I didn't tell anyone (obviously aside from management whom I handed my notice into). Felt briliant.

They are work colleagues, not friends. I regard them as annoyances. I have always maintained, every job I have ever worked at would be the best job in the world... if it wasn't for the managers/co-workers there.
 
I sent this in Oct last year (bitter and soppy) when I left (company I hated). I nicked a few bits from the net:

Dear Co-Workers and ‘Managers’ (a term used loosely),

I'm writing you this email because my time working at (company name) has come to an end. I broke three of those stupid stress balls last week. I'm pretty sure that's a sign that I'm under too much pressure at (company name) due to heavy workloads and our department being understaffed so I think it's time for me to find a better place to work. When it comes to the work environment at (company name), I would compare it to the quality of air inside a portable toilet on a construction site; any logical human being would conclude that it's time for me to open the door and get some fresh air before I suffocate. Do you realize how boring my job is? Sometimes, when no one's looking, I pull out a little paint container I keep in my pocket and put a dab on the wall nearby. Watching that paint dry is my excitement for the work day. I worry that, should anything actually interesting occur while at work, I might have a heart attack from the excitement. No thanks.

For nearly as long as I’ve worked here, I’ve hoped that I might one day leave this company. And now that this dream has become a reality, please know that I could not have reached this goal without the unending lack of support that I never received.

To most of my peers: even though we barely acknowledged each other within these office walls, I hope that in the future, should we pass on the street, you will regard me the same way as I regard you; sans eye contact.

Below are some mentions that I wish to give…

To Garreth, I will not miss hearing your awful voice or reading your god awful emails that make no sense whatsoever. It’s hard to believe that you actually trained me three and a half years ago. I mean, how do I know how to do my job and you don’t? It just doesn’t make any sense.
You are the one of the reasons I have decided to leave (company name) because as you know, you got me in **** with (company name) & (company name) because of a somewhat ‘cheeky’ email I had sent to you. It’s probably the only time that anyone has told you the truth and you weren’t man enough to handle it so you went running crying to your bosses like a wee kid who got kicked in the knees by a girl. It just shows that I was right about that case (you know the one) – The one where I spent many restless days over worrying for the customer as they were out of pocket by £4,000 due to a (company name) ERROR (what a shocker… a (company name) error? Never!). It’s clear why the agents in (company name) make so many mistakes and are the Call Centre getting the most Write-Offs (it’s true)… It’s because their trainer is you. To (company name)/Management: I would sack him, seriously I would. You’d save a fortune not having to pay out for the hundreds of mistakes your agents make daily. Get a proper trainer that actually knows what they are doing.

Based on your case, Lisa …You decided to put me on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) when I didn’t need to be put on one. It’s all gone downhill since then and that’s when I realised that (company name) doesn’t care about their workers. Me being put on a Performance Improvement Plan when I did more work than anyone else (ADM’s and Reissues as well as my normal work without a reduced target) is just plain unfair and I should have done something about it but then again, I’ve challenged things in the past (sickness, complaints) and nothing has ever been done). Luckily for me someone stepped in and took me off the Performance Improvement Plan as they knew I didn’t need to be on one - I would like that thank that person. I appreciate it very much.

But to those few souls with whom I’ve actually interacted with, here are my personalised notes of farewell:

To Peter (Even though you have left (company name), you always treated me with respect and you were always helpful. Hope you have a good life mate.

To Catriona, Natasha, Michael and Gerard, the people I worked with daily...

Catriona: you always make me laugh with the things you say. They’re silly and don’t make sense half of the time however, you still seem to have me thinking if the things you say actually make sense even though they don’t. It’s a true talent you have. Keep working away, everyone knows you are one the most experienced in there.

Natasha: love your laugh, unique just like you. You’re a wee burst of sunshine (when you’re in a good mood and not arguing with Gerard that is). Keep your head up and continue working hard.

Michael: Dbone will never die haha. We’ve had some good times, some funny times and some bad times but you’ll never be forgotten even though you’ve changed since getting 'married'. It’s been a pleasure working with you mate.

Gerard: The funniest fruit I’ve ever met haha. Hope you have a good life mate. Keep doing the things you’re good at – your job. You’ll be at the top in no time.
A Few others…

To Laura: You’re a star and I love your attitude. You are always smiling even when things don’t go your way. You’ll help anyone at anytime even if you’re busy. You are truly an exceptional manager and (company name) is lucky to have you.

Carol: Keep your chin up and keep doing what you are doing. I’m so proud of you just keeping your head down and working away.

Jillian: You are one of the funniest people in there. You have a bright personality and is always willing to help; I suppose that’s what makes you a good princess. I wish you all the best for the future.

Deirdre: Even though something happened this year (regarding me ringing in sick), I think I jumped the gun a bit. Hopefully you know what I mean. I still think you’re a brilliant person.

Sarah: Probably the only manager who has stuck by Escalations which I appreciate and find very professional. You have never treated anyone unfairly and I respect you for that… It’s the way a manager should act. Your sense of humor is strong and unique and you know when/when not to have a laugh.

To a few other people (they know who they are): Enjoy your lives and it’s been a pleasure working with you.

To all of the executives of this company:Philip and such. Despite working through countless managers that practiced unethical behaviour, sexism, jealousy and cronyism, I have benefited tremendously by working here and I truly thank you for that. There was once a time where hard work was rewarded and acknowledged, it's a pity that all of our positive output now falls on deaf ears and passes blind eyes. My advice for you is to place yourself closer to the pulse of this company and enjoy the effort and dedication of the "faceless little people" more. There are many great people that are being over worked and mistreated but yet are still loyal not to those who abuse them but to the greater mission of providing excellent customer support. Find them and embrace them as they will help battle the cancerous plague that is ravishing the morale of this company.

So, in parting, if I could pass on any word of advice to the lower salary recipient who could soon be filling my position, it would be to cherish this experience because a job opportunity like this comes along only once in a lifetime. Meaning: if I had to work here again in this lifetime, I would sooner kill myself.

To those who I have held a great relationship with, I will miss being your co-worker and will cherish our history together. Please don't bother responding as at this very moment I am most likely on the train on my way to freedom listening to Biggie… Ya get me? Ayeeeeee.

P.S. I bet you can't replace all the Notepads I stole,

David
 
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My predecessor sent this on his last day. Quite deep and reflective - but then he was chucking in his career to caravan around the world.

Just a quick note to say that the day has come that I am moving on….but moving on with good memories.

Thank you to all here at #### that have made my stay here very enjoyable. I say that with sincerity. As with all jobs there are ups and downs, agreements and disagreements, but I leave here today with good memories and thankful that you have all been a part of my life for the short time I have been here. I have grown for knowing all of you. Thank you.

Life is unfolding for us all exactly the way it is meant to …. It is just at times we can’t see it. Where to from here for me I am not entirely sure but have no concerns … I am enjoying it which ever way it unfolds. I do know that this is the year I am going to dedicate to writing and any employment I may take on will be only to support that goal.

If our paths should happen to cross again in the future, don’t be strangers, as I will look forward to catching up with you again.

I wish you all the very best.
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Don't bother.
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This, they are crap and always either fake/gloating/bitchy. YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT IS AROUND THE CORNER IN LIFE and whether you will be coming back or not.

The last time I left a department, I took the time to shake everyone's hand and wish them luck.
 
When i left my last company or shall i say escorted out i took the time to shake the hands of the people who had really helped me and phoned them personally in the evening as I didnt enjoy the company the guys i worked with did a sterling job and were good friends. As i allready had a job lined up I left with some smug self satisfaction. I was more upset about leaving some good friends to live with that hell hole.

Remeber you may need those people later on in life so dont burn all your bridges yet........(unless you shore you will never need them)
 
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moawan said:
'Dear Co-Workers,

As many of you probably know, tomorrow is my last day. But before I leave, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know what a great and distinct pleasure it has been to type "Tomorrow is my last day."

For nearly as long as I've worked here, I've hoped that I might one day leave this company. And now that this dream has become a reality, please know that I could not have reached this goal without your unending lack of support. Words cannot express my gratitude for the words of gratitude you did not express.

I would especially like to thank all of my managers: in an age where miscommunication is all too common, you consistently impressed and inspired me with the sheer magnitude of your misinformation. It takes a strong man to admit his mistake - it takes a stronger man to attribute his mistake to me.

You have taught me more than I could ever ask for and, in most cases, ever did ask for. I have been fortunate enough to work with some absolutely interchangeable supervisors on a wide variety of seemingly identical projects - an invaluable lesson in overcoming daily tedium in overcoming daily tedium in overcoming daily tedium.

Your demands were high and your patience short, but I take great solace knowing that my work was, as stated on my annual review, "mostly satisfactory." That is the type of praise that sends a woman home happy after even a 10 hour day, smiling her way through half a bottle of mostly satisfactory scotch.

And to most of my peers: even though we barely acknowledged each other within these office walls, I hope that in the future, should we pass on the street, you will regard me the same way as I regard you: sans eye contact.

But to those few souls with whom I've actually interacted, here are my personalized notes of farewell:

To X : I will always remember sharing lunch with you, despite having clearly labeled it with my name.

To Y : I will miss detecting your flatulence as much as you will clearly miss walking past my cubicle to deliver it.

And finally, to Z : you were right - I tested positive. We'll talk later.

So, in parting, if I could pass on any word of advice to the individual who will soon be filling my position, it would be to cherish this experience like a sponge and soak it up like a good woman, because a job opportunity like this comes along only once in a lifetime.

Meaning : if I had to work here again in this lifetime, I would sooner kill myself.

Very truly yours',
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Thanks I like it and can use this as a template :)
 
buckeejit said:
I sent this in Oct last year (bitter and soppy) when I left (company I hated). I nicked a few bits from the net:

Dear Co-Workers and ‘Managers’ (a term used loosely),

I'm writing you this email because my time working at (company name) has come to an end. I broke three of those stupid stress balls last week. I'm pretty sure that's a sign that I'm under too much pressure at (company name) due to heavy workloads and our department being understaffed so I think it's time for me to find a better place to work. When it comes to the work environment at (company name), I would compare it to the quality of air inside a portable toilet on a construction site; any logical human being would conclude that it's time for me to open the door and get some fresh air before I suffocate. Do you realize how boring my job is? Sometimes, when no one's looking, I pull out a little paint container I keep in my pocket and put a dab on the wall nearby. Watching that paint dry is my excitement for the work day. I worry that, should anything actually interesting occur while at work, I might have a heart attack from the excitement. No thanks.

For nearly as long as I’ve worked here, I’ve hoped that I might one day leave this company. And now that this dream has become a reality, please know that I could not have reached this goal without the unending lack of support that I never received.

To most of my peers: even though we barely acknowledged each other within these office walls, I hope that in the future, should we pass on the street, you will regard me the same way as I regard you; sans eye contact.

Below are some mentions that I wish to give…

To Garreth, I will not miss hearing your awful voice or reading your god awful emails that make no sense whatsoever. It’s hard to believe that you actually trained me three and a half years ago. I mean, how do I know how to do my job and you don’t? It just doesn’t make any sense.
You are the one of the reasons I have decided to leave (company name) because as you know, you got me in **** with (company name) & (company name) because of a somewhat ‘cheeky’ email I had sent to you. It’s probably the only time that anyone has told you the truth and you weren’t man enough to handle it so you went running crying to your bosses like a wee kid who got kicked in the knees by a girl. It just shows that I was right about that case (you know the one) – The one where I spent many restless days over worrying for the customer as they were out of pocket by £4,000 due to a (company name) ERROR (what a shocker… a (company name) error? Never!). It’s clear why the agents in (company name) make so many mistakes and are the Call Centre getting the most Write-Offs (it’s true)… It’s because their trainer is you. To (company name)/Management: I would sack him, seriously I would. You’d save a fortune not having to pay out for the hundreds of mistakes your agents make daily. Get a proper trainer that actually knows what they are doing.

Based on your case, Lisa …You decided to put me on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) when I didn’t need to be put on one. It’s all gone downhill since then and that’s when I realised that (company name) doesn’t care about their workers. Me being put on a Performance Improvement Plan when I did more work than anyone else (ADM’s and Reissues as well as my normal work without a reduced target) is just plain unfair and I should have done something about it but then again, I’ve challenged things in the past (sickness, complaints) and nothing has ever been done). Luckily for me someone stepped in and took me off the Performance Improvement Plan as they knew I didn’t need to be on one - I would like that thank that person. I appreciate it very much.

But to those few souls with whom I’ve actually interacted with, here are my personalised notes of farewell:

To Peter (Even though you have left (company name), you always treated me with respect and you were always helpful. Hope you have a good life mate.

To Catriona, Natasha, Michael and Gerard, the people I worked with daily...

Catriona: you always make me laugh with the things you say. They’re silly and don’t make sense half of the time however, you still seem to have me thinking if the things you say actually make sense even though they don’t. It’s a true talent you have. Keep working away, everyone knows you are one the most experienced in there.

Natasha: love your laugh, unique just like you. You’re a wee burst of sunshine (when you’re in a good mood and not arguing with Gerard that is). Keep your head up and continue working hard.

Michael: Dbone will never die haha. We’ve had some good times, some funny times and some bad times but you’ll never be forgotten even though you’ve changed since getting 'married'. It’s been a pleasure working with you mate.

Gerard: The funniest fruit I’ve ever met haha. Hope you have a good life mate. Keep doing the things you’re good at – your job. You’ll be at the top in no time.
A Few others…

To Laura: You’re a star and I love your attitude. You are always smiling even when things don’t go your way. You’ll help anyone at anytime even if you’re busy. You are truly an exceptional manager and (company name) is lucky to have you.

Carol: Keep your chin up and keep doing what you are doing. I’m so proud of you just keeping your head down and working away.

Jillian: You are one of the funniest people in there. You have a bright personality and is always willing to help; I suppose that’s what makes you a good princess. I wish you all the best for the future.

Deirdre: Even though something happened this year (regarding me ringing in sick), I think I jumped the gun a bit. Hopefully you know what I mean. I still think you’re a brilliant person.

Sarah: Probably the only manager who has stuck by Escalations which I appreciate and find very professional. You have never treated anyone unfairly and I respect you for that… It’s the way a manager should act. Your sense of humor is strong and unique and you know when/when not to have a laugh.

To a few other people (they know who they are): Enjoy your lives and it’s been a pleasure working with you.

To all of the executives of this company:Philip and such. Despite working through countless managers that practiced unethical behaviour, sexism, jealousy and cronyism, I have benefited tremendously by working here and I truly thank you for that. There was once a time where hard work was rewarded and acknowledged, it's a pity that all of our positive output now falls on deaf ears and passes blind eyes. My advice for you is to place yourself closer to the pulse of this company and enjoy the effort and dedication of the "faceless little people" more. There are many great people that are being over worked and mistreated but yet are still loyal not to those who abuse them but to the greater mission of providing excellent customer support. Find them and embrace them as they will help battle the cancerous plague that is ravishing the morale of this company.

So, in parting, if I could pass on any word of advice to the lower salary recipient who could soon be filling my position, it would be to cherish this experience because a job opportunity like this comes along only once in a lifetime. Meaning: if I had to work here again in this lifetime, I would sooner kill myself.

To those who I have held a great relationship with, I will miss being your co-worker and will cherish our history together. Please don't bother responding as at this very moment I am most likely on the train on my way to freedom listening to Biggie… Ya get me? Ayeeeeee.

P.S. I bet you can't replace all the Notepads I stole,

David
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WOW!
 
I hate false pleasantries, so I think saying goodbye to close colleagues in person is best. For the rest a brief goodbye email is fine.
 
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