'Toilet paper' resignation letter from women's worker in Singapore Sparks Viral debate on toxic work culture | Today news

A letter of resignation written on a strip of toilet paper by a female employee in Singapore has become viral, which draws widespread attention to toxic workplace culture and the importance of employee appreciation. The unusual letter was shared on LinkedIn by Angela Yeoh, director of Summit Talent, a talent acquisition firm in Singapore. The letter reads: “I chose this type of article for my resignation as a symbol of how this business treated me. I stopped.” Yeoh revealed that the woman used the toilet paper to symbolize how she feels – used and discarded at her workplace. Yeoh’s post started with a direct quote from the former employee: “I felt like toilet paper, used if necessary, and then discarded without a second thought.” “These were the exact words that came to me when a candidate explained why she was leaving her job,” Yeoh wrote in the now-viral post. She further reflected on how essential appreciation is in the professional environment. “Make your employees feel so sincere that even if they decide to leave, with gratitude, they do not resent. The kind of experience does not speak a lack of loyalty, it speaks volumes about the company’s culture,” she added. In a thoughtful conclusion, Yeoh wrote: “Appreciation is not just an instrument for preservation. It is a reflection of how much a person is valued, not just for what he does, but for who he is.” She ended up with a call for introspection: “If people feel undervalued, it’s time to think about. Small appreciation changes make a big impact. Start today.” The post has since become viral, which has caused debate over LinkedIn and other platforms. Many users sounded with the woman’s frustration and praised the symbolism. One commentator wrote: “People abuse other people; companies are just as good at treating people as those who direct the actions and people’s decisions of the business. The resignation of the toilet paper has now become a striking metaphor for toxic work environments – making it clear that the way employees feel important to the moment they walk away. First published: 15 Apr 2025, 23:10 IST