REASONS FOR LEAVING A JOB

REASONS FOR LEREASONS FOR LEAVING A JOBAVING A JOB When you apply for employment you will usually be asked why you left (or, are interested in leaving) your previous job.  This list provides you with some of the most frequently used reasons.  The list is divided into the "RED LIGHT" danger zones, and the "GREEN LIGHT" possibilities that you can discuss in the interview.

RED LIGHT ANSWERS (AVOID THESE!!!)   1.  I was fired   2.  Hurt on the job   3.  Forced to quit   4.  Job too far   5.  Terminated   6.  Mutual agreement   7.  No babysitter   8.  Personality conflict   9.  Left town 10.  Dissatisfaction with employer/job 11.  Marital problems 12.  Not happy with pay 13.  Quit 14.  Failure to receive raise/promotion 15.  Arrested 16.  Tardiness or late to work 17.  Didn't get along with coworkers 18.  Too slow 19.  Couldn't do the job 20.  Long hours 21.  Disagreement 22.  Didn't want to work overtime

GREEN LIGHT ANSWERS (USE THESE!!!)   1.  Reorganization or merger   2.  New job   3.  Laid off   4.  Lack of work   5.  Not enough hours   6.  Job was temporary   7.  Contract ended   8.  Work was seasonal   9.  Better opportunity 10.  Seeking growth 11.  Promotional opportunity 12.  Career change 13.  Returned to school 14.  Relocated 15.  Raised a family