Goodbye is the Hardest Word: The Ultimate Guide to Leaving Messages for Your Colleagues

It can be tricky to find the right words when a colleague is leaving. While you want to wish them well, you also want to avoid being too sentimental, especially if you don't know them that well. But don't worry, we're here to help you get it sorted!

At Collctiv, we're all about making things easy, especially when it comes to collecting for farewell gifts. So, when it comes to a farewell message, we're here to take the stress out of it for you. We've put together some great ideas to help you find the perfect message for your leaving colleague, whether you want to go short and sweet or funny and memorable.

Short & Sweet Messages

Sometimes, less is more. These messages are perfect for a card or a quick note.

• "Wishing you the very best in your next adventure!"
• "So sorry to see you go, but excited for what's next for you. Best of luck!"
• "You'll be missed around the office. All the best for the future!"
• "Thanks for everything you've done for the team. We wish you all the success in your new role!"

Funny Messages (for those you know well)

Have a good sense of humour with your leaving colleague? These messages are sure to get a chuckle.

• "I guess we'll have to start doing our own work now? Wishing you all the best in your new job!"
• "I'll miss our coffee breaks and catching up on the weekends antics. Good luck in your new job!"
• "So glad to see you go, now I can finally have that corner office I've been eyeing. Jokes aside, all the best!"
• "Now who am I going to blame my mistakes on? Just kidding... I'll miss you!"

Heartfelt Messages (for long-serving colleagues)

For those colleagues who feel more like family, these messages are a little more personal.

• "Thank you for being such an amazing colleague and friend. The office won't be the same without you. I wish you all the happiness and success in the world!"
• "It's been an absolute pleasure working with you all these years. You've taught me so much. I'll miss our chats. Best of luck!"
• "I'll never forget all the amazing memories we've made together. You've been a huge part of this company's success, and you'll be deeply missed. Stay in touch!"

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