If there’s one thing Gen Z knows how to do, it’s making a grand exit — and they don’t even need a dramatic walkout to do it.
Armed with digital prowess and unfiltered honesty, this generation is giving traditional resignation letters a 21st-century makeover.
Why leave with two weeks’ notice when a three-word text on WhatsApp can get the job done?
Gen Z employee quits by sending “sorry and bye” text on WhatsApp
The latest social media storm started with a story posted on Threads, where a user vented about a Gen Z employee’s unconventional resignation style.
Apparently, some young workers are skipping out on work without notice, ghosting their bosses’ calls, and casually handing in resignations through a few words over text.
But it was the screenshot of one employee’s especially brisk goodbye that got netizens buzzing.
The note? A simple “Sorry and bye,” with no frills, no fuss, and certainly no follow-up.

As the post went viral, so did the outrage. Netizens were quick to chime in, with reactions ranging from disbelief to anger over what some see as a lack of respect.
The consensus? Gen Z’s blunt, break-up-style approach to resigning is a slap in the face to traditional work decorum, and their “I’m out” messages are, well, a little too informal for some people’s liking.
Of course, it’s not all grumbles and groans. Some applauded the boldness, seeing it as Gen Z’s way of asserting control and drawing boundaries in a job market that’s evolving fast.
To them, it’s less about burning bridges and more about not overcommitting.
But others weren’t convinced, suggesting that a bit more finesse might make for a smoother (and less shocking) goodbye.
Here’s what some netizens had to say:
“Sorry, I have been giving Gen Z the benefit of the doubt for a while. But lately, sorry kids, I feel like a lot of you (not all) lack manners.”

“Without an offer letter, employees haven’t signed off on the company’s terms and conditions. So technically, they can quit anytime without notice. The employer can report to JTK if the employee accepted an offer letter, but make sure the company pays SOCSO, EIS, and EPF… if not, it’s a classic uno reverse.”

“Funny how it’s okay for employers to fire with 24 hours’ notice. It’s not Gen Z that’s rude — maybe it’s some of the older generations that lack respect.”

“Hmm, need to hear both sides. Not saying anything, but if management’s alright, it’s rare for employees to behave like this. Got to see both perspectives.”

“Very rude, indeed. Whoever this person is, they need to re-learn on work ethic and respect.”


