Exit interviews are a time when emotions can run high on both sides. It's important that everyone remember that this is a professional exchange and not a time for the techie to take shots at his former boss. This is a time to be honest, but not blunt, and for each person to respect the decision of the other. Go in with an open mind about staying. The exit interview might offer you a negotiating opportunity.
Some employees get good counteroffers in the process.
If you have questions about interviews, click here . If you want to ask a question about human resources, click here . Experts warn that it's advisable to resign from your old job unless you really have plans to take the new job. So never agree to work for a new company exclusively to get an exit-interview counteroffer at your current one. Walk into the exit interview knowing what you'll say.