Exit Interview Template
A structured exit interview template to gather honest feedback from departing employees, identify organizational improvement areas, and reduce future turnover.
Template Sections
- 1Employee Details & Tenure
- 2Reason for Departure
- 3Job Satisfaction Assessment
- 4Management & Leadership Feedback
- 5Compensation & Benefits Review
- 6Work Environment & Culture
- 7Recommendations for Improvement
- 8Future Rehire Eligibility
Use Cases
- Voluntary resignation exit interviews
- Retirement exit discussions
- Reduction-in-force feedback collection
- Identifying turnover trends
Best Practice Tips
- Conduct exit interviews within the last week for the most candid feedback
- Have a neutral third party (not the direct manager) conduct the interview
- Look for patterns across multiple exit interviews to identify systemic issues
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should conduct the exit interview?
Ideally, an HR representative or a neutral third party. Having the direct manager conduct the interview may inhibit honest feedback about management issues.
Are exit interviews really useful?
Yes. When conducted well and aggregated across multiple departing employees, exit interviews reveal patterns that can lead to meaningful organizational improvements and reduced turnover.
Should exit interview data be shared with management?
Yes, but in aggregate and anonymized form to protect confidentiality. Trend data is more valuable than individual responses and encourages more honest participation.
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