Apply basic thematic-analysis discipline to exit-interview comments.
Theme coding turns stories into responsible patterns. Stay close to the words Start with what the person actually said. Do not jump straight to the manager's interpretation or your own favorite cause. Code meaning A code should capture the meaning relevant to turnover. "No path here" might become promotion opacity, career stagnation, or weak development support depending on the surrounding detail. Review patterns A theme needs repetition or significance. One severe safety issue may stand alone for escalation, but a retention theme usually needs multiple coded examples. Define the theme A theme label should tell leaders what condition to inspect.…
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