In a candid revelation that has taken LinkedIn by storm, Singapore-based businesswoman Angela Yeoh shared the resignation note of an employee whose words were as raw as they were unforgettable. The reason for leaving? Feeling used and discarded—just like toilet paper.
Angela, Director at a Singapore-based firm, recounted the incident in a now-viral post, quoting the employee’s stinging words: “I felt like toilet paper, used when needed, discarded without a second thought.” She added, “These were the exact words that stuck with me.”
While Angela did not clarify whether the image of the resignation letter was the actual note or a symbolic representation, the message was clear: toxic work environments leave lasting scars.
The post sparked a flurry of reactions. One LinkedIn user responded, “Unique, I respect it. I did something very similar a long while ago.” Another added a more introspective take, saying, “If you feel like the company is making you feel small or unimportant, remember – that’s not necessarily a reflection of them, but rather something you need to address within yourself.”
A third user pointed to a common corporate reality, noting, “Sometimes, employees leave not because of the company, but because of the middle manager. And very often it is.”
While the metaphor of toilet paper may seem dramatic, the resignation note has resonated with many, driving home an uncomfortable truth: undervaluing employees can have lasting consequences—on morale, reputation, and retention.