I am job searching for no other reason than I cannot stand my boss. He is rude, disgusting, and disrespectful and I have had it. I would like to know a good line to use when the interviewer asks why I am leaving my current position. It's not the money, the job, the advancement opportunities, the skills, nothing that would fall under the standard lines I've found so far.
I need something unique and believable that won't be probed further and won't even give a hint that I have to get away from him as soon as possible before it just spills out that I cannot stand him.
This is a professional white collar position in the field of higher education, where everybody knows everybody and you have to be extraordinarily careful.
2007-11-14 05:58:11 · 8 answers · asked by AJ 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Of course I've tried working with him. He apologizes and then keeps doing it. He just simply doesn't value his employees as people. It's a personality disorder I think.
2007-11-16 04:11:10 · update #1
Whatever you do, do not use words that denote negativity. Words that have a prefix of 'un', 'dis', etc. sound negative.
What worked for me when I was in that position was this:
"I have been looking to expand my knowledge in _____ area(s) and thought that [NEW COMPANY] offered a great opportunity to learn and grow."
2007-11-14 06:22:59 · answer #1 · answered by Meg...Out of Hybernation 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not focus on the negative. Say what you want to achieve in your next position.
There is more to a job than money and what you mention, so focus on the type of work environment you want (say in positive...such as supportive, family-like, teamwork etc.). Find out what the environment at the next place is like if you can and if it is suitable, mention these things in the interview.
And of course, talk about being eager for challenges, chance to grow your career and contribute to the success of a winner etc. etc.
2007-11-14 14:08:49 · answer #2 · answered by Wolfithius 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could say you've enjoyed your current position, but are looking for an opportunity to a) get into another field or b) work for the organization you are interviewing with due to their positive reputation.
Have you tried working with your boss and letting them know you are offended by their actions?
2007-11-14 14:05:31 · answer #3 · answered by Drew 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am in the same position! You can't very well say because your boss is an over weight sexually harassing lying SOB, and the thought of coming to work everyday makes me want to vomit! I have decided to tell people it was time for a change and I am looking for new challenges!
2007-11-14 14:08:46 · answer #4 · answered by Emily E 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a little off the subject but if your supervisor is crossing the line and creating a hostile work environment you should contact human resources and report the ***.
-HR Girl
2007-11-14 16:57:34 · answer #5 · answered by Nicole R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Telling a perspective employer that you were looking for a greater, more stimulating challenge is always a way to get their attention... That way they think that you’re a real go-getter and that the place is sorry to have you leave...
2007-11-14 14:23:02 · answer #6 · answered by j b 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Regretably, I have come to a point in my career in which I need to seek other opportunities.
2007-11-14 14:05:45 · answer #7 · answered by Jenyfer C 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Professional differences.
Unhealthy work environment.
Personality conflict(s)
Looking to go in a new exciting direction
2007-11-14 14:01:46 · answer #8 · answered by tone 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋