General
exit interview
What does exit interview mean?
A conversation conducted with an employee who is leaving a company to gather feedback on their experience and reasons for departure, used to improve retention.
"In the exit interview he was finally honest about the manager who drove him out."
Origin
Long-standing HR practice and term.
Frequently asked questions
What is an exit interview?
It's a meeting with a departing employee to gather feedback on their experience and reasons for leaving, used to improve retention.
Should you be honest in an exit interview?
It's a personal choice; some use it to give candid feedback, while others keep it diplomatic to protect references and relationships.
What's the point of an exit interview?
Employers use the feedback to understand why people leave and to reduce future turnover.
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