Interview me aksar poocha jata hai ki aapne apnu purani company kyo chodi. So why did you leave your last job or why are you leaving your current job is a common question asked during job interviews. This video would help you answer the query with confidence and get the job. No matter what reason you had to leave your last job, answering this question properly is important. Even if you were fired or laid off from the previous job, this video will prepare you for your next job interview.

This interview question is a common HR tactic to know if a candidate would be trouble. How you behaved in your previous job is a good indication of how you will behave in future. So asking you the reasons for leaving your last job or current job is a good start to understand how you think about your career and relationship with the company. You will get 4 sample English answers to this question from Ankur along with Hindi explanations.

Here are the answers listed for your convenience:

Sample answer 1 Play it safe Learn More / Do different things

“I’ve had a fulfilling time working with KGB Pvt Ltd. In my two and a half years of experience here I have learnt about the industry, about the specifics of my own field and also become a much better professional. I am excited about the new challenge and different role that your company is offering me and it is a challenge that would allow me to grow further."

Sample answer 2: To take on more responsibility

_"I’ve been working at KGB Pvt Ltd as an Office Assistant for over 1.5 years. My skills have greatly improved in this period. I think this is a good time for me to test my skills at a greater stage and take on more responsibility. I am ready to step up to the opportunity available at your company as I take this next move in my career."

Sample answer 3: Location of office related

"I am leaving my current job because I stay in Gurgaon and traveling to Noida everyday for work has become very hectic. Specially with my parents at home who are retired and needed more support from me, it is harder for me to spend extensive time commuting. I love my company and really enjoy my role as Assistant HR, but the situation has forced my hand. I am excited about the opportunity at your company and look forward to working here."

Sample answer 4: If you were fired / laid off

"I’ve loved my time at KGB Pvt Ltd. over 20 months of my work here. I have grown as an individual and professional. However due to the impact of COVID19 on our business, the company had to go into cost cutting mode. This is where I have lost my job. The company has assured me that as soon as they are hiring again, I would be reconsidered on priority, but the timeline for the same is uncertain. This has pushed me to go out of my comfort zone and look for opportunities where I can begin a new phase of my career."

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