Goodbye Message to Coworkers When Leaving a Job
Your last impression is just as important as your first. Writing a farewell message to your team can feel daunting—you want to sound grateful and professional without being overly dramatic. Here are ready-to-use scripts for Slack, Email, and LinkedIn to help you sign off gracefully.
1. Slack / Microsoft Teams Farewell
These should be conversational, relatively brief, and easy for people to react to with emojis or quick replies in the thread.
"Hi team! As some of you know, today is my last day at [Company]. I just wanted to drop a quick note to say thank you for all the support, laughs, and collaboration over the past [Time period]. I’ve really loved working with this group. Please keep in touch! You can find me on LinkedIn here: [Link] or reach me at [Email]. Wishing you all the best!"
"Hey everyone, logging off for the last time shortly! Thank you all for a great [Number] years. I'll miss working with you. Let's stay connected: [LinkedIn Link]."
"Hi team, today is my last day here. It’s been an incredible experience working with you all on [Project/Area]. I’m moving on to a new opportunity, but I’m staying in the industry, so I hope our paths cross again. Stay in touch! [LinkedIn Link]"
2. Formal Farewell Email
Emails are generally a bit more formal than Slack. Use these if you are emailing a large department or the whole company.
"Subject: Moving on / Thank you from [Your Name] Hi everyone, As you may know, today is my last day at [Company]. Before I log off, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. I have learned so much during my time here, and I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such talented people. I'm especially proud of what we accomplished with [Mention 1 brief project, optional]. While I'm excited about my next chapter, I will definitely miss this team. Please keep in touch! You can reach me at [Personal Email] or connect with me on LinkedIn: [Link]. Wishing the company and all of you continued success. Best, [Your Name]"
Customize: Keep the subject line clear so people know what the email is about.
"Subject: Account Transition - [Your Name] Hi [Client Name], I’m writing to let you know that I will be leaving [Company] on [Date]. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you and supporting [Client's Company Name] over the past [Time period]. Moving forward, [Colleague Name] will be taking over your account. I’ve copied them here, and they are fully up to speed on all our current projects to ensure a smooth transition. Thank you for the great partnership. I wish you all the best! Best regards, [Your Name]"
3. For Close Work Friends & Managers
For the people who kept you sane, send a private message rather than grouping them in the mass email.
"I can't believe it's my last day! I am honestly going to miss our daily chats and venting sessions so much. You made working here 100x better. Let's definitely grab [coffee/drinks] next month. Text me! [Phone number]"
"Hi [Name], before I leave today, I just wanted to send a sincere thank you. I really appreciate the guidance, support, and trust you’ve given me over the past [Time period]. I've grown a lot under your leadership. I’d love to stay in touch as my career progresses."
4. LinkedIn Announcement
Posting on LinkedIn is about maintaining your professional network. Be positive, tag the company, and look forward.
"Today marks my last day at [Company]. I’m incredibly grateful for the last [Time period] spent working with such a talented group of people. A huge thank you to my team and leadership for the support and the opportunities to grow.\n\nI’m excited to share that I’ll be starting a new role as [Role] at [New Company] next week! Looking forward to this next chapter."
🚫 What NOT to Say
- Don't air your grievances. Even if you hated the management or the culture, your farewell message is not the place for a "mic drop." It only makes you look unprofessional to future employers.
- Don't brag about your new salary or perks. Saying "I'm off to a place that actually respects my time and pays me well!" is tacky. Just say you are moving to a new opportunity.
- Don't write a 10-paragraph essay. Keep it brief. Most people will skim it, click your LinkedIn link, and go back to work.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I send my farewell message?
Send your company-wide or team-wide farewell email/Slack message on your second-to-last day or the morning of your last day. Don't send it at 4:55 PM on Friday, as people won't have time to reply.
Should I include my personal contact info?
Yes, it is standard practice to include your personal email address and a link to your LinkedIn profile so colleagues can stay in touch.
What if I hated the job or my boss?
Keep your message extremely brief and entirely professional. 'Today is my last day. Thanks for the experience and I wish the company well.' Do not use your farewell message to air grievances or burn bridges.