- A heartfelt resignation letter by Vian Watewa has moved readers online, not for drama, but for its rare honesty and gratitude
- After four and a half years at Maya’s, she compared her departure to a child bravely leaving home, thanking her boss for mentorship that shaped her life
- The letter has sparked praise across social media, with many calling it a message to bosses as workplace exits are often rushed, tense or transactional
A simple resignation letter written by Vian Watewa has struck a deep chord with readers, offering a rare glimpse into a workplace farewell marked not by bitterness or obligation, but by gratitude, growth and grace.
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Addressed to her boss, Hannah, the letter reflects on Vian’s four and a half years at Maya’s, where she says she experienced mentorship that shaped her both professionally and personally.
Rather than focusing on career advancement or new opportunities, Vian framed her departure as a natural stage of growth.
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She likened herself to a child who must eventually gather the courage to step into the world beyond their parents.
“It’s been an absolute pleasure to have had the opportunity to work for you,” she wrote, thanking Hannah for her support, insight and leadership.
She credited her boss with planting seeds that enabled her to grow, adding that the lessons learnt under that guidance would stay with her long after she left.
The letter ends not with finality, but warmth. Vian notes that she will “forever cherish the positive experiences and memories” from her time at the organisation, signing off with gratitude rather than formality.
She attached the letter to an emotional video capturing her last day at work as she packed her bags and walked out for the last time as an employee.
The video also showed her one-time colleagues lifting her shoulder-high with joy as they bid her goodbye, showing the bond they had during her stay.
Once shared online, the letter sparked an outpouring of admiration, with many praising both the employee’s humility and the employer’s leadership.
Star:
I hope other employers can see this. Plant seeds and allow people to grow even if it means elsewhere. God bless you both.”
Christine Shiloya:
“All the best Vian, may God’s grace, favour and guidance be with you always.”
In an era where workplace exits are often rushed, tense or transactional, Vian’s letter has resonated as a reminder that professional relationships can be built on mutual respect, and that leaving can be just as meaningful as arriving.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
