Viral LinkedIn Post: A Singapore-based businesswoman recently sparked a live discussion on LinkedIn after sharing a resignation note that she received from an employee. In the now-viral post, Angela Yeoh, the director of a Singapore-based firm, shared the brutally honest words written by the employee. – “I felt like toilet paper, used when needed, discarded without a second thought.”
“These Are The Exact Words That Stuck…”
She recalled the striking words, noting, “These are the exact words that stuck with me when a candidate explained why he was leaving his job.” The note has probably left a lasting impression on her, thereby highlighting why workplace culture matters. She wrote, “Make your employees feel so genuinely appreciated that even when they decide to leave, they walk away with gratitude, not resentment. That kind of experience doesn’t speak to a lack of loyalty, it speaks volumes about the company’s culture.”
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Angela Reflected On The Deeper Issue At Hand
She reflected on the deeper issue at hand, adding, “Appreciation isn’t just a tool for retention. It’s a reflection of how much a person is valued, not just for what they do but for who they are.” She concluded her post by stating that if people leave feeling undervalued, then it’s time to reflect: “Small changes in appreciation have a big impact. Start today.” Meanwhile, Angela attached a picture of a resignation note written on a piece of toilet paper. It read, “I have chosen this type of paper for my resignation as a symbol of how this company has treated me. IQUIT.”
Netizens React
Her candid post has ignited a flood of reactions from LinkedIn users who have shared their own stories. A user wrote, “Unique, I respect it. I did something very similar a long while ago.” Another user said, “Excellent advice! I retired with a mutual positive attitude between myself and the company. Even with a few periods of poor management, I had managers who cared about me and each coworker. Because of that relationship, employees stayed longer and owned their work.” Meanwhile, a third wrote, “Your title just hit the nail on the head with my current experience. I should have used toilet paper instead of paper for my resignation letter.”
