A communication sent to colleagues upon an employee’s departure, typically on their final working day. This message generally expresses gratitude, offers contact information, and may briefly mention future plans. A typical communication might include a thank you for the opportunity to work with the team, personal contact details, and a wish for the team’s future success.
The importance of this final message lies in its ability to maintain positive professional relationships and leave a lasting, favorable impression. Benefits include reinforcing networking opportunities, providing closure for colleagues, and upholding a personal brand of professionalism. Historically, such communications were often verbal farewells; however, the rise of email has made a written send-off the standard practice in many organizations.