My manager at my present job is a psycho, and we do not get along. All of her employees have walked out on her, which is how I got the job. What do you say when a prospective employer asks why you are leaving ?
2006-09-20 00:41:28 · 10 answers · asked by kimmy3 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Just tell them you're seeking for better job opportunities. No need to go into details of your past employer.
2006-09-20 00:49:06 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. BIG 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could say it is for personal reasons such as wanting to live in another city or to be closer to where you work. You can use the emotional playing card and say it is for the nature of furthering your relationship with your significant other. If you are changing fields, use that as a reason....that you were always interested in doing X. Even if the manager is psycho, don't burn your bridge. Thank your boss for the opportunity to work at his/her company.
Go into yahoo or google and search for "resignation letters." It will give you some more ideas.
2006-09-20 00:53:53 · answer #2 · answered by Thundercat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's that important for your present employer to know why you are leaving unless you hope to get back to work with her or in that company. I would just say that I'm not that suitable for the post and would like to try something new.
2006-09-20 00:51:27 · answer #3 · answered by FairGround 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually present the truth in a way I feel will be most effective with my overall interview strategy. I don't use any of the common 'deflections'.I find that being direct and different results in getting hired by people who actually want me, warts and all. Wouldn't have answered this, just wanted put in something different.
2006-09-20 00:58:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I usually say that I am looking for better opportunities either in responsibility or money or both.
When I am interviewing someone, I want honesty but someone who says that they don't get along with management or coworkers are a bit of a "red flag" for me. I usually follow up with inquiries to find out why.
2006-09-20 00:47:04 · answer #5 · answered by Terry 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nothing about your present employer or employment! I usually state that I am looking for new employment where I can use my newly acquired degree/skills/knowledge or a place were I can work for further advancement.
2006-09-20 00:49:53 · answer #6 · answered by ete 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"I'm looking for something more challenging and rewarding."
Or words to that affect. Don't diss your previous/current employer in an interview. Spin it as a positive, which it is of course.
2006-09-20 00:51:03 · answer #7 · answered by lenny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually say - I have been asked to do things that are morally or unethically uncomfortable for me. It gets me sympathy and gets me out of future jobs that may be this way.
2006-09-20 01:03:51 · answer #8 · answered by hirebookkeeper 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must leave personalities out of your answer; its a no win. Rather talk about lack of opportunity for career advancement, its a much safer answer.
2006-09-20 00:47:20 · answer #9 · answered by analyst 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are no room for growth and I would like to utilize and enhance the skills I've have for your company.
2006-09-20 05:13:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋