An exit interview is not meant to settle employee grudges, but to understand his/her journey in the organisation. The employer needs to be patient, open-minded and must accept criticism.

While exit interviews can also serve as a way for companies to gain information about what they could improve, remember to handle things professionally so you leave on good terms.

Sometimes employees don't always leave on the best of terms. Find out how you can make the most of it with these exit interview tips from Forbes Human Resources Council experts.