Alex Buscemi
Quitting a job can be a tough call, but sometimes it’s the best move for your peace of mind.
In the era of instant messaging, more folks are opting to send that final text instead of a formal resignation letter.
These workers decided to call it quits via text message.
These candid texts capture the mix of relief and audacity that comes with leaving a less-than-ideal job.
Whether you’re contemplating a career move or just looking for some relatable humor, these texts offer a glimpse into how people handle saying goodbye to work situations that just weren’t cutting it.
So take a moment to scroll through these memorable messages—who knows, they might just inspire your own exit strategy.
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5. My grandpa was on hospice during this time period and unfortunately passed away. As soon as I knew when his funeral was I asked if I could have the day off. They said NO (insane) because “all waitresses” needed to work the Halloween party.
6. For context my previous job treated me like shit and eventually got sued by a bunch of companies and lost a lot of its business. They paid bad and tried to seem perfect to the public, but no one was fooled by them except for a few people. They were sued for animal mistreatment and abuse. There was a lot of messed up shit that took place there. Of course my Mom couldn’t be happy for me.
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10. Got my boss to admit to wage theft
11. My dad had a stroke and I took my vacation at work to help care for him. He’s not doing too good, and my SO and I are moving to help him and my step mom, and I had to give a 1 week notice (not ideal, but better than none imo). Got this text from the owner of the store.
12. I literally just got home from my first day of work
13. So about a week ago my girlfriend was excited to tell me she had been given a raise at her job. Apparently raise has a different meaning now than more money in your paycheck. Since when does anyone appreciate a recognition card.
14. The truly sickening practice is the companies that purposely destroy food to prevent/deter dumpster diving… you’re literally throwing it away because you didn’t sell it but the homeless people referred to in this image are PAYING CUSTOMERS!!
15. for context I 22F work in a kitchen. The previous 2 weeks i was out of work in mourning because I unexpectedly lost a family member. Our kitchen is only open 4 days a week, I asked last week (2 days before open) could i come back because i was ready to get out of my rut, they made me wait an extra week. This is me asking about the schedule because they’ve scheduled me like this before (only night shifts) And i think it’s unfair especially without letting me know any schedule corrections and they know my situation.
16. How my boss asks me to work 21 days straight.
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18. My employer didnt contact me at all this weekend for work (i am a renovations contractor, monday to friday work schedule). I texted him this morning, and this was the conversation i had.
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20. “Tried to re-enter my trade with a part time opportunity. Apparently this guy pays glaziers less than I already get as a gas station attendant.”
21. “They weren’t paying us an hourly, they have never paid their taxes, they let this one drunk bitch do whatever she wants because she’s been there since it opened. Just very problematic and stressful”
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24. “Quit my job yesterday because I was tired of the unprofessional environment – got this text from my supervisor today.”
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26. I am a bartender and the owners/my bosses have no problem putting my license and career at risk. Last ditch effort or I quit.
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