best answer in interviews for "reason to leave"?

Question

I would like to know what should be the appropriate answer for the question "Why did you leav the previous company"?

Answer 1

1) No opportunity for advancement (I couldn't be promoted or there were no challenging positions)

2) No room for growth ( I was learning more and becoming more efficient at that position and was outgrowing it)

3) Seasonal

4) Looking to move closer to career goals (This was a position to increase my knowledge in the workforce, but now I would like to start working in a field that is closer to my career)

5) Distracting conflicts between management and employees (Use this only if you had to leave for a bad reason. Just say mnmt was disrespectful or it wasn't a encouraging environment.)

6) Pay did not equal my skill or knowledge

These are a few, Number 1 is the most common, most easiest to say. NEVER EVER SAY:

A) I didn't like the people there.

B) I hated my boss

C) It was boring

D) The company was wack (or anything along those lines)

Basically don't bad mouth the previous employer or speak in a negative matter...thats just tasteless

Answer 2

I guess when I say something like "I think it is going to rain, you know?" I tack the "You know" on the end as a short way of saying "I am done with my statement and I expect an answer. Please do so at this time". I can see where it would be confusing for people from areas other than Western Europe and the USA. I have a friend who says "Huh?" instead of "You Know" but it means the same thing. BTW, Justme....I graduated on the dean's list and got my master's in sociology in 4 years from Gonzaga U. in 1992 and still say "You know". Broad generalizations can be very dangerous. Plus, it makes the person throwing out that assumption seem kind-of stupid.....that whole pot/kettle thing........YOU KNOW?????? I am just teasing you and being a smartypants and not trying to be rude, just get a smile from you......YOU KNOW????? Have a great day....You Know???? *smile*

Answer 3

Answer with honesty and integrity. If you got fired....let them know that the previous company was not the right fit for you then change the direction of the question...."A company that would be an ideal fit for me would be ABC Co.....b/c ....."
If you quit the last position then say you left for personal/family reasons.
Try your best to answer honestly. People who interview do this for a living....they can tell if your lying.

Answer 4

Tell them because it was time to move on, for better opportunities. However no matter what, do not criticise your previous employer or be nasty about your earlier job. If you have to give some genuine reason that was unpleasant, phrase it in such a manner that it does not make you sound like a cribber. For e.g if you left because your work was not getting appreciated, tell them it was becuase you are looking for an opportunity where you get to prove yourself and expand your potential much more beyond your current role.

Answer 5

The appropriate answer is the true one, generally. If you left because they weren't paying you enough, you could say there wasn't enough possibility for growth. If you left because they were jerks, you could chalk it up to creative differences. Never respond in such a way that makes it seem like the company is evil and downright awful; it reflects poorly upon you.

Answer 6

You can say the previous employers promised a raise but didn't deliver. That broke your trust and everyone knows you cant give your 100% when you have no faith in the company you are working for.
This will infact make you look better in their books. I used it to get into HUL...

Answer 7

Try, I am looking for an opportunity to better myself and my family (if you have one), depending on how long you were at your previous position. Or, My previous position did not allow me to use the skills I possess and I am looking for a career, not just a job. These are just suggestions, hope one of them works for you. Good luck

Answer 8

if the real reason is going to look bad then say something like lack of hours or change in shift patterens dont start bad mouthing youre prevoius emplyer and remember the new job will want a refrence and thyres a thing on there asking them why you left so maybe you shouldnt lie you will get found out

Answer 9

Wanting to more rewarding or challenging position in another company - I love this one- it lets them know you are willing to really work and want to learn

Looking to find a new career

Tell the truth, even if you just got burned out due to the monotany of the job or lack of advancement available

Answer 10

1. Found another job where you can better utilize your talent.
2. The new job offers better learning environment, and better growth potential.
3. The previous company has limited potential for me to grow.