Angela Yeoh, a professional recruiter, shared on LinkedIn that one candidate resigned by writing his resignation letter on a piece of toilet paper, indeed a powerful act underscoring how poorly he felt treated by his employer.
Explaining the motivation behind the unusual gesture, the candidate told her, “I felt like toilet paper, used when needed, then discarded without a second thought.”
“These were the exact words that stuck with me,” Yeoh wrote in her post. “It was a stark reminder of how deeply workplace culture can affect a person’s sense of value and dignity.”
Yeoh emphasised that companies should strive to create an environment where employees feel genuinely appreciated, even when they choose to move on.
“Make your employees feel so genuinely appreciated that even when they decide to leave, they walk away with gratitude, not resentment. That kind of experience doesn’t speak to a lack of loyalty ; it speaks volumes about the company’s culture,” she said.
She went on to highlight that appreciation should never be treated as merely a retention strategy, but as a fundamental expression of respect for an individual.
“Appreciation isn’t just a tool for retention. It’s a reflection of how much a person is valued, not just for what they do, but for who they are. If people leave feeling undervalued, it’s time to reflect. Small changes in appreciation make a big impact. Start today.”
Yeoh’s post has since sparked discussions on workplace culture, employee well-being, and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership.
Source : Angela Yeoh, Hiration