Why did you leave your last job?

Fifty Standard Interview Questions

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2. Why did you leave your last job?

Stay positive regardless of the circumstances. Never refer to a major problem with management and never speak ill of supervisors, co-workers or the organization. If you do, you will be the one looking bad. Keep smiling and talk about leaving for a positive reason such as an opportunity, a chance to do something special or other forward-looking reasons.

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Other Interview Questions

• Tell me about yourself.
• Why did you leave your last job?
• What experience do you have in this field? or Do you have any actual work experience?
• Do you consider yourself successful? or Describe a situation in which you were successful.
• What do co-workers say about you?
• What do you know about this organization?
• What have you done to improve your knowledge in the last year?
• Are you applying for other jobs?
• Why do you want to work for this organization?
• Do you know anyone who works for us?
• What kind of salary do you need? or What kind of salary are you looking for?
• Are you a team player?
• How long would you expect to work for us if hired?
• Have you ever had to fire anyone? How did you feel about that?
• What is your philosophy towards work?
• If you had enough money to retire right now, would you?
• Have you ever been asked to leave a position?
• Explain how you would be an asset to this organization
• Why should we hire you?
• Tell me about a suggestion you have made
• What irritates you about co-workers?
• What is your greatest strength?
• Tell me about your dream job. or How would you describe your ideal job?
• Why do you think you would do well at this job? or Why did you choose this career?
• What kind of person would you refuse to work with?
• What is more important to you: the money or the work?
• What would your previous supervisor say your strongest point is?
• Tell me about a problem you had with a supervisor?
• What has disappointed you about a job?
• Tell me about your ability to work under pressure.
• Do your skills match this job or another job more closely?.
• What motivates you to do your best on the job?.
• Are you willing to work overtime? Nights? Weekends?.
• How would you know you were successful on this job?.
• Would you be willing to relocate if required?
• Are you willing to put the interests of the organization ahead of your own?
• Describe your management style.
• What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
• Do you have any blind spots?
• If you were hiring a person for this job, what would you look for?
• Do you think you are overqualified for this position?
• How do you propose to compensate for your lack of experience?
• What qualities do you look for in a boss?
• Tell me about a time when you helped resolve a dispute between others.
• What position do you prefer on a team working on a project?
• Describe your work ethic.
• What has been your biggest professional disappointment?
• Tell me about the most fun you have had on the job.
• Do you have any questions for me?
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