What to Say on Your Last Day at Work

Your last day deserves a warm send-off. This guide covers what to say to different people and when — and our Last Working Day Message Generator writes a short, friendly message in seconds.

Illustration of a last day message

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.

Message · Whole team

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I write on my last day at work?

A short thank-you, one warm line about your time there, and a goodbye. You can add a way to stay in touch. Keep it positive and brief.

What's the difference between this and a farewell message?

A last-day message is the short 'today is my last day' note. A farewell message is a fuller goodbye email — see our guide on writing one.

Who should I send it to?

Often a group message to the whole team, plus more personal notes to close colleagues and your manager. Clients may need a short, professional version.

Should I share my contact details?

Adding LinkedIn is common and useful. Share only what you're comfortable making public; a professional channel is usually better than a personal phone number for a group message.

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