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Shebaby · Newbie Joined: 07 Apr 2008 Posts: 1 Career Advice: +0/-0

America

I have been at my current job less than 6 months. It is a great job - but not for me. Most people would wonder why in the world I would want to leave it.

In interviewing what could one say when asked the reason for wanting to leave a current job. Something believable and positive.

Also, in situation where labor grades apply and you are so desperate to get out of a position you would take a cut in pay...how to address this if asked.

lexa10881 · Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 4:24 am Post subject:

you could say something like you felt that the job and the company was not a fit for your career objectives, which are _________. [be prepared to fill in the blank]

As for taking a cut in pay, money isn't everything, and if you do a good job with the above answer, then this won't seem weird that you are willing to take a cut in pay to try something different.

http://www.cvtips.com/interview_question_2.html

lexa10881 · Posted: Tue Apr 08, 2008 4:24 am Post subject:

you could say something like you felt that the job and the company was not a fit for your career objectives, which are _________. [be prepared to fill in the blank]

As for taking a cut in pay, money isn't everything, and if you do a good job with the above answer, then this won't seem weird that you are willing to take a cut in pay to try something different.

http://www.cvtips.com/interview_question_2.html

Diligentfour · Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 12:07 pm Post subject:

Q: Why did you leave your last job?

Whatever the reason, never say anything negative. The biggest sign of a troublemaker is when someone trashes his or her former boss or company during an interview. Never use words like fired or quit. Especially avoid words like “personality clash,” “didn't get along,” “personal problems” or anything that would lead one to believe you have attitude or integrity issues.

A: The job wasn't working out so my boss and I agreed that it was time for me to move on. There are no hard feelings. It gave us both the opportunity to find a better fit.

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