A company director in Singapore has gone viral after sharing an image of a resignation letter written on toilet paper, igniting a wider conversation on workplace appreciation and employee value.
Angela Yeoh, who posted the image on LinkedIn, captioned it: “I felt like toilet paper, used when needed, then discarded without a second thought.”
The image featured a handwritten note, reportedly from an employee, which read: “I have chosen this type of paper for my resignation as a symbol of how this company has treated me. I Quit.”
Yeoh said the letter left a strong impression on her. “These were the exact words that stuck with me when a candidate explained why he was leaving his job,” she wrote.
She used the post to reflect on broader workplace culture. “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,” she added.
Yeoh continued, “Appreciating an employee is about valuing them not just for what they do but for who they are.” She urged companies to reflect if employees leave feeling undervalued, noting, “Small changes in appreciation make a big impact. Start today.”
Though she clarified the image may have been symbolic, not the actual resignation letter, the post triggered wide engagement, with many praising her insights.
One LinkedIn user commented, “Excellent advice! I retired with mutual respect and gratitude between myself and the company. That relationship encouraged employees to stay longer and take ownership of their work.”
Another added, “If a company makes you feel unimportant, it’s not just about them—it’s a sign to build confidence in your own value.”
COMMENTS
Comments are moderated and generally will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive.
For more information, please see our Comments FAQ