How do I communicate to potential employers why I've had 2 jobs in three years?

Question

I've had some bad luck with jobs lately. One I was laid off after one year and the other I'm being let go after two years because the new leadership wants to go a new direction with the position and I don't meet the new qualfiications. How to I communicate to potential employers that I want a job where I can stay for the next 10-15 years and I am loyal?

Answer 1

Don't even address it unless asked, or else you will be bringing up a negative and sounding defensive.

If someone asks, tell them you were laid off in both instances, the latest being a staff reorganization that resulted in different job qualifications - or whatever the truth is.

Don't dwell on it.

Answer 2

I would not answer unless asked directly. I would also stay away from saying that you did not meet the new qualifications for your second job. This could easily be construed as "unqualified" in a day where flexibility and learning is key to success in the job market. If asked I would simply say that you were laid off from both jobs because of changes in the market and corporate reorganizations.

Answer 3

just tell them the truth. its not like you quit, they laid you off. see how many years the employees at this company has. if they are all/most worked for many years then that would be good for you. Ask why there is an opeing in the first place. are you replacing someone that quit or laid off.

Answer 4

When you are interviewed don't elaborate on the questions you are asked.
Sometimes less is more.

When asked the question:
Where do you see yourself in ? years. that might be your opener for the longevity question.

OR
Have questions prepared to ask your potential employer and then at that time I might introduce my concerns about longevity with a company.