Need Interview advice!
My situation is complicated. I worked for the government for 28 years and held 5 similar positions all promotions. 3 years ago there was a huge change in management and employee retirements both elective and forced. I loved my career until the new director came on board. She made my life miserable but I stuck it out until!!! The part I'm legally bound to not disclose is what I need advice on...Ive heard many times from Recruitors to tell potential employers that I quit. Technically I did but when they ask why, what should I say that doesn't bring a negative to the table???
Tell them a very vague answer like new management took over and leave it at that . Most employers will not ask anything else if you leave it as that
Try to be as honest as possible but without making yourself or the company look bad. I think we have all worked for someone or with someone who made working with them a stressful situation. I'm trying to come up with a fall back for you. When they ask the dreaded question about why you left? Sometimes i simply reply with employment ended. You could say the company had undergone recent changes within the company and you decided it was time for a change for yourself. If you're in the interview you could also say, you did stay on board for a period of time after the changes were made but decided it was no longer a good desirable fit for you and you are looking for opportunities else where. I don't know if that helps or not?
Hey have a plan like role play how things can go as to have someone you know and trust to rehearse with what could happen with what situation. Example friend or family member act like what the other person might act like while you still act your self
That's terrible! It can cause anxiety when looking for future employment when faced with this type of dilemma. You can say there was restructuring going on and a change in Leadership, requirements, expectations and separation was mutual. Hope this helps. Best of luck!
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Alicia,Plan and simple, You had to move because of a family matter;
Try just saying a round-about-truth. That employment was like a marriage. You were loyal, diligent in your duties and it was truly a love story. But you simply grew apart over time.
Hello Alicia. You should be totally candid with any potential employer. Being forthright establishes trust with any potential employer. As superintendent for 10 years I always did informal reference checks on potential employees. If you aren't open, any potential employer will sense it and you will not be hired. Good luck in your search.
Go talk to an employment specialist. I know there are colleges that will talk to you. Also temp to hire is a start too. Just don't let yourself sink and worry. Get up and take what you can but keep looking too.
Hi,Alicia. Your question is important but a simple one to answer. Thank you. It is not unusual for a new boss to come on board wanting his/her own team. It is a quite common occurence. Your answer, if asked: "A new director came in who desired her own team; which was her right, of course. I was not one selected." The people asking you this question are well aware of this type of situation. Not negative whatsoever.