What if the person leaving doesn't have much time to do a proper handoff?
Even 30 minutes helps. Focus on the two or three things only they know. A quick voice note explaining one tricky process is worth more than a long document nobody finishes. Start with what would hurt most if it disappeared, and work from there.
How do we keep the handoff from feeling cold or transactional?
Mix the practical stuff with something personal. Ask the person to share a memory or a piece of advice alongside the task list. That small shift changes the whole tone. People remember how a goodbye felt long after they've forgotten the details of what was handed over.
Can Tindlo help with this kind of handoff?
Yes, in a practical way. You can create a single work item that holds the handoff brief, attached files, relevant links, and a timeline — all visible to the team in one place. It won't do the conversations for you, but it keeps everything from scattering across emails and chat threads during a busy final week.