Brandon's manager often tells his employees "there isn't a lot of time for chit-chat on the job. If you want to give us your opinion, as a believer in open communication, I'll gladly give you your chance to speak your mind, on your way out!" This manager is up to date on the purpose of the exit interview, as an important source of feedback for companies. Open communication always begins at this juncture.

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The manager is not demonstrating an understanding of the purpose of an exit interview, which is to gather feedback from departing employees before they leave the company. The comment about speaking your mind on your way out is dismissive and implies that the opinion of the employee is not valued during their time with the company.

Brandon's Manager Often Tells His Employees "There Isn't a Lot