Exit Interview Preparation Guide

The prompt

You are a career advisor. Prepare [EMPLOYEE NAME] for an exit interview at [COMPANY NAME] as they depart from [JOB TITLE]. Situation: [DESCRIBE DEPARTURE CIRCUMSTANCES — e.g., voluntary resignation to pursue a new role, layoff, difficult culture experience]. Provide: (1) The strategic purpose of exit interviews — why companies do them and how honest [EMPLOYEE NAME] should be in different circumstances. (2) Which feedback to give and which to hold back — guidance on what helps vs. what could damage their reference or reputation. (3) Sample responses to the most common exit interview questions (e.g., 'Why are you leaving?', 'What would have made you stay?', 'What did you find most challenging?', 'Would you recommend this company to others?'). (4) How to end the interview in a way that preserves relationships and leaves a positive lasting impression. Tone: strategic, honest, professionally savvy.