You've been promoted or perhaps you've accepted a position at another company. Here's the opportunity not only to thank everybody for helping bring you along this far, but it's also a chance to make your boss cry in front of everybody. Okay, maybe not cry. At least he or she will miss you.

Whether it was a successful endeavor or a satisfactory attempt, the project is complete. There are people to recognize and managers to butter up. With these selections you can encourage your colleagues, pacify your detractors, and express your appreciation with optimism and tact.

It's never easy to say goodbye, but these speeches help. Whether you want to say it with humor or formality, these selections give you the words to wish your departing employee the best of luck.

Demonstrate your excitement and sorrow (and perhaps some jealousy) with these speeches that let you wish your colleague well as he/she goes off to pursue new endeavors.

Whether you're joining a team poised for growth, taking over during a time of trouble, or simply looking forward to making a contribution to your new team members, these speeches will help you deliver your message with style.

Leaving so soon? Whether you're moving on to a new career, or embarking on an entirely new endeavor, these selections help you say "so long" with style. Appropriate as a reply to a colleague's speech, or as a standalone "goodbye" speech.