How do you answer 'Why did you leave your last job' in a job interview?

Answer 1

you be honest and tell them why you left- I left because I wanted more job responsibility and to advance my career in this field. or Management in that organization and I had differing opinions on what my career goals and progress should be so I left. you just want to word it professionally.

Answer 2

You typically leave a job because you are unsatisfied with some aspect of your job. Most of the times, it is salary or oppurtunities. So how do you word it better for the interviewer? "I see better opportunities in your company because of the XYZ reasons." (You need to study up about the company and look into challenges you can solve for the new company.)

Do not criticize your last company.

Other suggestions from FAQ Farmers:

* "My work has become stagnant, I am looking for more challenging assignments where I can apply my skills and experience more effectively."

* Unless you were laid off or the company had relocated to too far, just say "it's a career move." It's better not to go into the specifics.

* "I was looking for something more challenging." Also, if you couldn't get along w/ your old boss, don't say negative things about him/her; say that, unfortunately, you and your old boss had some disagreements.

Answer 3

No matter how bad was your x-employers, Never say anything negative about your previous employers.

If you mentioned that the salary was low, the interviewer may think that you are the kind of person who only interested with money not about the job.

If you complain about your previous employers, the interview will suspect that you may do the same to them.


So your answer should be always focus on your career enhancement.

Answer 4

If you left your last job because you were fired for stealing from your employer or for some reason like that I think you would not want to tell your new potential employer about that. Perhaps you might say "I would not like to say at this time" It can be a very sticky question to answer. Also if they ask you if they can contact your former employer you can be within your legal right to say on the application "no you may not contact my former employer". Good luck job hunting .

Answer 5

Honestly !!!

I have put:
a) Prior supervisor using drugs and management refused to do anything.
b) Hearing loss that prevented further flight duties.
c) Part of 50% downsizing.

Answer 6

"seeking a more challenging, and financially rewarding position" has always worked for me...try that one

Answer 7

i slept with my boss