It’s sad and painful to say goodbye to a colleague. Whatever the reason may be—if it’s—a new job for a better one, retirement, or moving to another town—a goodbye card with love is a great idea to thank the person and wish him or her luck. But how do you do it so memorably? Don’t worry—don’t worry at all—we’ve got you covered!
1. Begin with a Greeting of Love
Start your farewell card with a friendly and warm greeting. Rather than just typing “Dear [Name],” add a bit of warmth to it:
“To an Amazing Teammate, [Name]”
“Dear [Name], Our Office Won’t Be the Same Without You!”
“To the One and Only [Name] – Wishing You the Best!”
A friendly greeting sets the tone and provides your card with a positive beginning immediately.
2. Express Appreciation
Think about what made this coworker special in your workplace. Did they always bring a positive attitude? Were they a mentor to you? Did they make stressful days easier with their humor? A simple note of appreciation can go a long way:
“Your enthusiasm and dedication have made this office a better place. We’re so grateful for everything you’ve done.”
“You’ve been a colleague, better yet—a friend and a mentor. Lots of thanks for the encouragement!”
“From coffee breaks to brainstorms, each moment with you has been bliss!”
3. Write a Humorous Memory
Employing a personal anecdote in your letter makes your message sincere and intimate. Perhaps it was a crazy team lunch, a project you and your friend both messed up, or a joke that your team alone will understand. Below is an example:
“I’ll never forget when we worked all-nighters to meet the deadline—and ordered too much pizza!”
“Remember when we got lost driving to that conference? You and your navigational skills to the rescue!”
“I’ll miss morning coffee breaks—we were the highlight of my day!”
4. Wish Them Good Luck in the Next Chapter
After you’ve thought about it, send them off to whatever is next wishing them well. Whether it’s starting a new career, retiring, or a new assignment, let them know how much you wish them well:
“Wishing you nothing but success and happiness in your new journey. They have no idea what they’re missing!”
“Love every retirement minute—you’ve earned them all!”
“New adventures await, and I have no doubt you’ll do amazing things!”
5. Finish on a Positive Note
Finish on a positive note that will make them smile. Here are some ideas:
“Stay in touch, and let’s have coffee soon!”
“You will be missed, but I have no doubt you’ll do great things!”
“Best of luck, and don’t be a stranger!”
Bonus Tip: Include a Group Touch!
If there are a lot of co-workers who are also signing the card, then get each of them to put down a small note or even a doodle so that it is just that little bit extra special. Even better, Sendwishonline.com has online group farewell cards by which each member can leave customized messages, GIFs, and even friendly stickers—ideal for leaving an entry!
Final Thoughts
A going-away card is not adieu—it’s thank you, good times, and best wishes for the next chapter in the journey for your co-worker. With some creativity and some personalization, your note will be a keepsake they’ll always treasure.
So take up the pen (or an e-card) and infuse your co-worker’s farewell with some memorable élan!
