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I am currently employed and have not yet left my old job the job I have right now.pays..close to minimum wage..anyways..I am planning to leave soon.....I am applying for a better, higher paying job..HOw can I answer this question.in a proffesional manner...or better what's a good answer..to this......Thanks you guys

2006-06-06 07:14:45 · 13 answers · asked by a100 1 in Politics & Government Embassies & Consulates

13 answers

It might be easier to answer if we knew why you actually are leaving. There are lots of reasonable answers to this question. Potential good answers:
- I am looking for a position where I can further expand my skills
- I am looking for a position which offers me more opportunities for career growth
- I do not feel my current position offers a competitive salary.
- I am looking for a position with a better commute.
and so on.
Potential bad answers:
- I'm leaving because my boss is a jerk
- I'm leaving because I want more money
- I'm leaving because I'm sick of my current job

Note that these aren't necessarily that different in reality than some of the good reasons, but it is all a matter of presentation.

2006-06-06 07:20:13 · answer #1 · answered by dpawson 4 · 1 1

Let me get this strait, you're currently employed and your filling out the application. Then the correct answer to put on the "reason for leaving" is "present". This means that--yes I am considering leaving my current position and I'm weighing my options. Which gives you the opportunity to engage in an interview. Then you can explain to your potential employer---- your reason for leaving is to work in a more stable environment that encourages advancement.

2006-06-06 16:00:37 · answer #2 · answered by GOTTAQUESTOIN 1 · 0 0

Just simply state, "Non-applicable. Currently employed."

As an employer, unless you ask me not to check with your most recent or current employer, I'm more than likely going to call for a reference. It won't look good for you if you aren't up front and let me know that you're still with that company. We don't expect someone to be free the moment we call them to take a position.

2006-06-06 17:48:05 · answer #3 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 0 0

For your current job say: Presently Employed or Not Applicble

2006-06-06 14:17:48 · answer #4 · answered by answers999 6 · 0 0

If the money is all you're going for, then you're going to have to find something to put in there about the position you're applying for.

Like if you're going from a burger flipper to a waiter or waitress, you'd put something to the effect of desiring the ability to interact with customers on a more personal level.

2006-06-06 14:20:35 · answer #5 · answered by kathy059 6 · 0 0

There are many ways, you can say want to advance, No room for advancement at current employer, Reached my limits of accomplishment, or anything along those terms are a few that I have used before.

2006-06-06 14:20:06 · answer #6 · answered by wyld_1_bill 2 · 0 0

I enjoy my job, but the potential for advancement has been reached. I want a career that I can grow with and advance in.

2006-06-06 14:20:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Just put that your last job had an unhealthy work enviorment.

2006-06-06 14:18:27 · answer #8 · answered by southernbest01 1 · 0 0

just say personal reasons

2006-06-06 14:17:26 · answer #9 · answered by *steelers* 5 · 0 0

personal

2006-06-06 15:35:50 · answer #10 · answered by JULIE 7 · 0 0

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