Exit Interview Construct

The exit interview is an interview given to a departing employee. This is usually done for employees that voluntarily quit instead of those that are fired or laid off. Exit interviews offer a fleeting opportunity to find out information that otherwise might be more difficult or impossible to obtain. Interviews can be conducted orally or written. Oral interviews are more effective as a rule. A good exit interview is well thought out and includes information a company would like to obtain far in advance. Take notes of the high points. Get the general idea – it is not essential to get exact quotes. It is more important to listen than write. Immediately after the interview determine if you would rehire the employee. Assume they will reapply. Make use of the information gathered. If you do not use this new information then why do an exit interview?