It’s good to be candid, and you definitely don’t want to lie, but there are just some things you shouldn’t say in an interview.
Don’t get personal. No matter what, don’t badmouth your former boss, colleagues, or company. How you answer this question offers a window into your on-the-job character and values.
Don’t ask about salary. Don’t mention salary during the first interview unless the interviewer does first.
Try not to expand on your prepared answer. When you answer the question about why you’re leaving your current job, be as brief as possible and steer the conversation back toward the new position and why you’d be a good fit. You could easily get caught up in something you would rather not say, so don’t expand on your prepared answer.
Key Takeaways
Be honest and even candid, but don’t bash your former employer or company.
Rehearse what you’ll say ahead of time, especially if you were terminated.
Steer the conversation to talk about how your past job experiences, including the unfavorable ones, make you a great candidate for this job.