Leaving the Scheme (2024)

FAQs

How do you answer reason for leaving a job application? ›

Be honest about your reasons for wanting to leave, but try to focus on your career growth rather than dwelling on the past. For example, you might say, “I've been looking for an opportunity to grow and develop my skills, and I don't feel like I'm able to do that in my current role.

Leaving an employer because you got a better offer from a different company is a perfectly valid reason to quit your job. Whether they offered you a better salary, benefits, or just a working arrangement, you can use this as a reason when the hiring manager asks, “Why did you leave that job?” during your job interview.

Your future employer doesn't need to know all the details. In fact, we advise you to discuss the reason for being fired only if you're asked. Avoid the words 'I was fired', use more neutral phrases such as 'let go', 'role termination', or even 'mutual separation' if relevant to your situation.

Job applications often ask why you are leaving (or have left) your job. It's important to be honest because prospective employers may check with your previous employer. Try to keep your response as positive as possible. You can use terms such as terminated or separated from employment instead of fired, for example.

A CV should be 100% positive, and therefore, should not include reasons for leaving.

In your situation, I would suggest saying something like “I felt like I had reached a point where I was no longer growing or learning in my role. I tried to work with my manager to find a better fitting role in the company but we were unsuccessful. This is why I started looking for new opportunities.”

Exit Statement (For an individual who was fired) "The culture at my last company was not a good fit for me. My style is to bridge differences to find common ground. I believe that's the most effective way to move forward when two sides disagree.

You can say whatever you want when you apply for a new job. I don't want you filling out automated applications, so you don't have to worry about that, but you may get the question “Were you fired or did you quit?” from a recruiter or a hiring manager, and you can say “I decided it was time to go.”

What is the number 1 reason employees are fired? ›

1- Poor Work Performance

Poor work performance or an inability to do the job at standard is the most common reason for an employee's termination.

It is natural to be concerned about the perception other employers will have when they hear the news that you were fired from a previous role. But, believe it or not, prospective employers don't look as negatively on candidates who have been fired from jobs as they do on candidates who have voluntarily quit jobs.

To avoid sounding negative, avoid directly blaming bad management; instead, focus on your desire for personal and professional growth. You may consider stating reasons such as: Looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow. Seeking a more collaborative or supportive work environment.

Don't to “justify” quitting by providing an elaborate explanation individually referencing each person you had an issue with. Keep it simple, and show you have taken something positive from the experience. Try: “Unfortunately I had a personality conflict with members of the team, and the dynamics of the firm.