Exit Interview
A conversation with a departing employee to understand why they are leaving and how to improve.
An exit interview is a structured discussion held when an employee leaves, designed to capture honest feedback about their experience and reasons for going.
The insight is valuable precisely because departing staff often speak more candidly. Themes across many interviews can reveal problems with management, reward, workload or culture.
Value depends on acting on what is learned. Employers should analyse exit data alongside engagement metrics and feed conclusions back into retention efforts.
