best answer in interviews for "reason to leave"?
Asked by vishal m
I would like to know what should be the appropriate answer for the question "Why did you leav the previous company"?

Best Answer:
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
Me! I own my own company
Answered by Pinky

tell them that you were looking for a career change or "something different" if you dont want to be honest
Answered by sweet pea21

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.
Answered by perfectvelvet

The truth is usually the best answer.
Answered by jay_d_skinner

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
Answered by Natasha R

you mean after you were fired?
Answered by Biting Midgets

Depends on why you did leave previous jpb but I would say something like you wanted a job with a bit more of a challange and that job wasnt.
Answered by Clare B

The Truth Why did you leave?
Answered by Carole B

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.
Answered by laura

Well I did a exam so to do the exam i had to leave as it cost lot of time................ well the work i did was not really made me happy.......... working to your company is one of my dreams... take care amal http://www.taketheleadheremam.blogspot.com/ http://www.taketheleadhere.blogspot.com/ http://worldofsensornetworks.blogspot.com/ http://matabariyo.blogspot.com/ http://lanakapuwath.blogspot.com/
Answered by red sniper

the truth unless it's something bad like I didn't get along with my manager cause he was a douche. I'm in a good situation cause every job I left I left for a significantly better job and that's what I tell people. I figure if they can't understand that I really wouldn't want to work for them.
Answered by icpooreman

Tell them that you were looking for better opportunities to grow and develop your career.
Answered by Mi Sparky

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
Answered by Chestnut

cause i think i'll be better if i work here.. i was dream can work here from long time, and now i have this occation...
Answered by zZzZzZ

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.
Answered by SuperMimi

learned everything thtere was to learn. looking for a new adventure.
Answered by richard t

Keep it positive. Don't bad mouth the boss or the company. Although the number one reason for leaving a job is because people don't like their boss, you shouldn't say that. Say things like, "there was little room for advancement." Keep it related to the job and how it didn't fit your life.
Answered by sunshiney1999

"The position wasn't a fit", "I wasn't part of the family", and "Career change" are all good.
Answered by keltillos

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
Answered by jstchel

No room to move up .
Answered by gizmodiamond

Hi there, It is better to be frank and straight forward with the employers... We can very well say that, " we are leaving for better prospects".... Immediate question they may ask you is ..."what sort of prospects" ? We can reply by saying that better prospects in terms of career development and monetary benefits..." By saying like this, we are giving them the last chance of re-considering their decision of leaving a candidate like you. agree ? By talking straight, it helps us to leave the organisation with a smiling face and also to walk in later with a smiling face, if at all such a situation comes....agree ? best wishes !
Answered by suresh k

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...
Answered by SPARTAN

the answer depends upon the facts and profile of the previous employer, its future plans, ur future plans, ur requirements and compulsions some of the answers are Company is not advancing at expected rate to tap its full potential I had my domestic compulsions ( depends on ur age ) growth areas do not sync with my expertise. cutural differences .
Answered by saharaaj

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.
Answered by questionmark