On your final day, a short message to thank people and say goodbye is all it takes. It's the lighter, in-the-moment cousin of a full farewell message — quick, warm, and easy to send.
When to send your last-day message
Send it on the day itself, usually mid‑ to late‑afternoon once your work is wrapped up. Tell your manager and closest colleagues personally first; a wider message to the team can follow. If you've already sent a fuller farewell, a short "signing off" note is the perfect finishing touch.
What to say to different people
Keep it brief and warm. For the whole team, a general thank-you and goodbye. For close colleagues, something more personal. For your manager, a line of genuine thanks. For clients, a short, professional note pointing them to their new contact.
Hi everyone, today is my last day. Thank you for everything — it's been a real pleasure working with you all. Wishing you the very best. Sam
Staying in touch
If you'd like to keep your network, add a way to stay in touch — usually LinkedIn, sometimes a personal email. Share only what you're comfortable making public. The last‑day message generator produces a version for your team, close colleagues, manager or clients, and pairs nicely with a thank‑you to your manager.
Key takeaways
- Send it on the day, once you've wrapped up
- Tell your manager and close colleagues first
- Keep it short, warm and positive
- Add a way to stay in touch if you'd like
- Pair it with a farewell or thank-you note
Write your last-day message in seconds
Pick who it's for, add your name, and copy a short, warm message for your final day.
Open the last-day message generator