Exit interviews are important to gather critical information about morale, management practices, salaries, etc. Ask questions such as:

1. Why are you leaving?

2. What did you like most and least about the job?

3. Did the job give you opportunities to make adequate use of your skills and abilities?

4. How do you feel about your salary and company salary structure? Were you paid fairly?

5. How do you feel about the company’s benefits and programs?

6. What did you think about the performance management process? Did you know where your performance stood in the eyes of your supervisor?

7. How do you feel about the quality of the supervision you received on the job? Were you watched too closely? Were you given clear instructions and expectations?

8. Do you feel your work was appreciated?

9. How did you feel about our working conditions?

10. Did you receive adequate training?

11. How would you rate this company as a place to work? Would you want to work here again?

Source : HR Daily Advisor “2 reasons why you must do exit interviews” January 26, 2010