Quitting Job Without Having Another Job Interview Question?

Question

So I quit my job because my boss and I weren't on the same level. We got along but the learning process wasn't there. She constantly pointed out my mistakes in front of the group and so forth. I quit on good terms-2 week notice and with excellent references. I've been unemployed for 2.5 months now.

My answer to Why did you leave is: I left because I didn't feel that I was provided with the adequate training and support that I, as a new associate, seeked. It was hard for me to progress in my work and with the company.

What can my answer be to why did i leave without having another job?

thanks to those who responded. my boss actually said that she was surprised that i was such a quick learner when the company didnt have a training platfom. my boss was supposed to be the one training me but she never had time so i relied on my co-workers who actually helped me. when she saw that i was seeking help from others, she scolded me and said "you work for me and___, not for them." i rarely make mistakes and when i did, i would fix it on the spot. she made me feel alienated from the group. whenever i had a question, she always said that she was busy. when i had to assist someone on the phone and didnt know the answer, she was less than willing to help me out. i worked in a wealth management brokerage firm so the corporate culture there was all screwed up. and by screw up, i mean by stockbrokers yelling and using profanity whenever someone was on the phone. in my book, thats a no-no.

Answer 1

Well, ehy did you? Dis you consider ensuring another job before quitting the first? Maybe tell them that you wanted to look around for a while. You wanted to make sure that your next job would absolutely fullfill your needs.

Answer 2

I had a similar situation, and got asked the same question. I prefaced my answer with "I know the old rule is that you're not supposed to say anything negative about your old company, however" then explained my situation. Mine was a micro-managing boss seemed determined to sabotage everything I did. She'd give me an assignment, then when I started it would claim she never told me to do it. In your case, you could stress the hostile work environment (the profanity, etc.) and the fact that your boss not only did not train you, but reprimanded you when you showed initiative and tried to get training on your own.

By the way, I got the job I gave that answer to, & am still here after 4 years!

Good luck!

Answer 3

You need to answer the question in a way that does not reflect badly on the old employer. Any other answer just opens up problems and waves a red flag for the interviewer.

"I left because I didn't feel that I was provided with the adequate training and support that I, as a new associate, seeked. It was hard for me to progress in my work and with the company."

That is a negative sounding answer. So you can tell them anything you want but it can't be negative.

Best wishes!

Answer 4

I kind of agree with the other answers, BUT, I also have a bit of a different view. When you say, she constantly pointed out my mistakes...was that one mistake that she constantly reminded everyone or were you actually making lots of mistakes?

If I interviewed an applicant who answered they didn't feel like they received adequate training, I might question their basic ability to understand instructions. I know, I know, you probably were working for someone who just wasn't a good teacher or administrator. The problem is that there are a lot of bad "bosses". You have to be able to learn the job in spite of those things. That is what employers look for. People who adapt and advance. Did she get her job in administration because of ???

I don't know the best way to explain why you quit the job...maybe just saying it wasn't a good fit for you. Job satisfaction is very important for you and you are anxious to find the company who will recognize your strengths and help you develop them.

Good luck!

Answer 5

Sometimes, it's simply not a good fit between employee and employer. Be truthfull about it with a potential employer. How you phrase it, may make a difference, be direct. For example, when asked why you left, you may idicate that the work environment wasn't constructive and that you weren't comfortable. This may raise other questions, but the fact that you gave notice, etc. will be in your favor. Expect a potential employer to probe a little.

Answer 6

Try something along these lines: you knew that this position was not going to give you the long term opportunity that you wanted. And, since you were fiscally able to do so, you chose instead to concentrate more fully on finding a company that you would want to remain with long term.

Best of luck

Answer 7

Nobody will ask you that on an interview. Your answer to why you left your old job is a good one. You can always add that you wanted to give yourself a little break over the summer before devoting your time to finding a new job.

Answer 8

I wouldn't worry about that. I've had lots of job interviews and have never been asked that question. However, if for whatever reason the subject comes up, I would say , because you felt uncomftable in that type of work environment. Best of Luck.

Answer 9

You can tell them that you are looking to have more accomplishments and you are looking for more challenging positions.

If I were a hiring manager, Your answers tell me that you need more support and training which is a COST to the company. So I am less inclined to hire you in that case. It is ok to have personality disconnect. You can bring that out to the public.

Answer 10

You should just express how you decided to seek other places that you felt fulfilled in. Always portray your good skills and experiences like say well I was ready to find a job where I can progress and learn. Things like that. Don't ever say anything negative!