Woman's resignation letter on toilet paper goes viral
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.”
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 abo
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.”