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Hi fishes,
Currently I am working in mulesoft technology in big 4 but would like to work in faang companies in future..what would be appropriate road map to learn relevant technology so that I can easily switch into faang companies.. appreciated your quick response.
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I’d skip it altogether. Get back that time. HR just ignores it realistically anyway.
Be nice but be honest. I told hr exactly why I was leaving and they seemed to appreciate the candor. They probably won’t do anything with the info but I don’t think you’ll burn a bridge if you’re nice.
TBH it doesn't matter unless you think you'd want to come back to your current agency
Then I would be as positive as possible
As a wise friend once told me, remember that HR is not there to protect the employees, but the company.
It’s a small world - don’t burn bridges by being the one who calls out all the world’s evils.
Tomorrow, just smile, imagine your happy place in your mind, and say what you need to say to get out of there quickly (“I’m so going to miss everyone.. the teams just so great.. Omg I love them”)!
This. Exactly this. Nothing good comes from you scorching the earth. They won’t act on the information, and you’re more likely to be labeled as the issue. Be nice, smile, act like it’s tough to leave a great place with so many good people.
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They have their little black book.
They do hold on to and refer to the info. And if they view your departure as a loss, they will welcome you back. In my experience being truthful is the only way the agency can change. I suggest you say your piece.
They really don’t. And being honest? Come on. How’s all that “useful feedback” changed Ogilvy for the better? 😑
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I always say I’m too busy wrapping up projects. It’s a waste of time anyway.
My spouse works in HR, and exit interviews can be extremely helpful in identifying previously unknown problem areas. That doesn’t necessarily mean they get fixed quickly, but the feedback from exit interviews is typically ran up the flagpole, especially if multiple exit interviews cite the same issues.
Now, sometimes leadership turns a blind eye to them, but that’s a whole other can of worms…
Based on what you're asking for, I'm not the person to ask.
Be honest, don't name names unless to give praise, and let them know that it's not impossible that your paths may cross again some time. That's my usual advice but the middle part is absolutely about calling out the problems and offering solutions on the chance the HR person is also a do-gooder.
Keep in mind how you’d feel listening to relationship feedback from someone who just dumped you.
There are plenty of ways to deliver constructive criticism in a professional, diplomatic manner. Unless you truly believe they don't care and won't change. Then I'd say 'see ya' and be on my way.
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Yes, but not during an exit interview. HR doesn’t care anyway. It’s merely a formality. Any honest HR person will tell you that.
You’ll never regret holding your professional composure. But you will regret a tell all session.
Ranting feels good in the moment but ask yourself what will most benefit “future you.” It doesn’t serve you to be inauthentic—not a good use of your time either—but you might share appreciation for any opportunities and people who supported your work, and you can offer constructive and specific feedback for how the company can improve from your pov. Done well (not as an attack), this leaves the impression of a mature professional who is invested in the company’s success even as they’re on their way out. Very hirable. (Remember HR people circulate too!)
How do you want to be remembered and considered in this small world of ours? That’s how I’d recommend showing up in every conversation during your transition.
Consider it a conversation around how you would like to be remembered and the closing remarks for senior leadership. Be professional. Halo effect.
You just need to be positive and upbeat and no good comes from actually speaking your mind.
Unless there's something you need to report (harassment, bullying or something on that level), just skip it. But, you can also use this as an opportunity to thank those there that helped you by dropping their names and saying how good they are. Or, do what I did once, just take a sharpie with you, take the page and draw a big smiley face on it, sign it and leave. :)
You can still speak your mind and be positive. I think its important to be very honest. They can't change anything if they don't know about it.
I skipped mine. It's a courtesy and you don't need to do it.