Interview Advice: 🤐 The BEST answer for 'Why did you leave your last job?'

[@TammyKabell-crc]

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[@czourides]

Tammy, you are hands-down the best career coach on the internet!

[@TammyKabell-crc]

I appreciate the kind words... and I have the BEST audience on KZbin!

[@johnwhite5035]

It's hard being a person of morals. Honest people are expected to say nothing negative or they won't get a job. Whereas bullies and toxic employees are often employed or promoted. Your upload has been the best I've seen so far. Thank you.

[@nancyrowe2969]

So true

[@sandybrown5631]

It's crazy that people don't understand that if you're "liked" you can get a job. Jobs will train anyone to do the work if they like you. Make them like you! Best job tip that I've found that worked the best!

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

Yes, and if nobody likes you... you don't get the job. In my experience, the harder I tried to get along, the worse I got treated. I have to be authentic.

[@Sugarlips321]

I was in an extremely toxic work environment which was often hostile for me. I’m traumatized from the experience.

[@supertal244]

@@Sugarlips321 hope you are doing well now. Going through the same thing as a VP for a large financial institution.

[@Sugarlips321]

@ yes much better thank you. I’m sorry to hear you are going thru a stressful workplace. Plan your escape and get out if you can.

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

... Yes, but what if that isn't true. I'm not looking to take on a lot more responsibility in my new role? I get your point about keeping it positive and leaving personalities out of it. I've been at my company for a very long time. I've never really fit in with the "culture" there. I guess I'm lucky they kept me on as long as they did. My boss was never satisfied with my work. She likes to humiliate me in front of my coworkers. I don't know how I've endured it for so long. I'm nearly 60 years old. A healthy work family balance is very important to me. I just want to do my job to the best of my ability, and go home.

[@CityCinderella]

Answer at 6:13

[@crd525]

I love the fact that your advices center around psychology, which is a key ingredient of most successes.👍👌

[@nishani3]

Thank you for the sound advice.

[@theotherlindsayrickman]

Hey there Tammy, thank you for the excellent advice. I am 5 years in with the State of California and on my 3rd State department. Still fishing around for my right salary right fit, but staying positive.

[@TammyKabell-crc]

It's hard to get paid what you're truly worth when you work for the State government. Keep gaining different skill sets to round out your experience, so if you ever lead the gov. for a corporate/private industry job, you will be more marketable and extremely valuable. (=$$$)

[@nevartdeuvletian8880]

So what to TELLLLLLL????!!!!!!!!!!

[@juliehitchcock1253]

Hey Tammy, do you think it's ok to say "the leadership principles weren't a strong match for my own and I tend to perform much better when I'm given autonomy by leaders."? I could say "I didn't see a long term career path there, etc" but I was only there for 9 months and am worried they will think that's not enough time to realize that. Thanks so much for your video, btw! Super helpful :-)

[@TammyKabell-crc]

Hi Julie! I think the difference in the leadership principles is a very good answer - it keeps personalities out of the story, which is always preferable. You are smart to follow it up with what you are looking for in leadership (autonomy), so that they understand in what environment you thrive. You essentially called your last boss a micromanager without calling him/her a micromanager!

[@juliehitchcock1253]

Ok, awesome!! And yep, it indirectly conveys that I was dealing with a micromanager. :-) Thanks so much, Tammy! I appreciate your feedback and really love your content. Also wanted to add that it’s unfortunate we have to sugarcoat negative experiences in the workplace. I was thinking how nice it would be if we could all be honest.

[@sherri.]

Thank you Tammy. As always, great advice!

[@prashant1160]

My real answer to this question in the interview- "I joined my previous company through a referral, believing it to be a great opportunity with ambitious projects and the potential for increased responsibilities. However, as time went on, it became clear that the execution of those projects never fully materialized. There were ongoing discussions about mergers, acquisitions, and even plans to go public, but the company's financial situation took a hit due to the pandemic. Export revenues from pre-COVID sales were not realized, which severely impacted cash flow. Unfortunately, this led to the company entering liquidation. It was a matter of timing and external circumstances, rather than the opportunity itself. While it wasn’t the outcome I had hoped for, it was a valuable learning experience."

[@farahnurizzatizainal7112]

Hi Tammy, i realli like your tips. To add... May I ask how to answer if an employer ask why i leave the last company without securing a new job . Glad if you can help 🙂

[@maretolbert462]

Thanks Tammy....we are so excited for what the future holds. Thanks!

[@adegian88]

Hi Tammy, thanks for making this video. What if the interviewer probes further?

[@keepgod1st890]

I really like the way you explained this answer, and will put in my own words. This lets me know the past mistakes I've made with other interviewers. Thanks you so much, I'm new to your channel

[@samiasha1556]

Tammy, you're full of life and presents positive energy, I wish I could be like this :)

[@TammyKabell-crc]

You can do it!

[@elletresach8580]

Thank you Tammy! This is such a tricky question and this info is invaluable.

[@TammyKabell-crc]

You're welcome, Elle!

[@origami86]

Very useful information❤

[@timothypost6146]

Oh wow! Tammy, I wish I could have watched this two weeks ago! Such amazing advice! I am definitely seeking advice from you now!

[@TammyKabell-crc]

I appreciate you taking the time to say so, and I'm so glad you find value in my advice!

[@glysapenaflor3884]

Hi Tammy, I took a quick time today to thank you for sharing this advice! This is the exact structure that I want to convey whenever being ask by that question and I've watched lots of videos and read blog posts on how to respond to this but honestly yours is the one that really hits my point. So thanks again!

[@TammyKabell-crc]

I appreciate you so much, Glysa! Please let me know if my advice helps in your interviews. I'm always looking for real world confirmation. I wish you the best of luck in landing your perfect position!

[@thetruthcellar-411]

I really appreciate you tammy, you have helped so much by putting these things in perspective ! ! !

[@CapriciousBlackBox]

And it IS good content!

[@politicalactivism975]

237 the video finally started

[@pepiluci75]

You are the best

[@tammyjames000]

Thank you so much!

[@MsBizzyGurl]

2:44

[@andiidoode]

"likeable?" how do people who aren't likeable get jobs... including those that create toxic environments? 6:12 for the "step by step answer"

[@emmanuelecruz8099]

Ms. Kabell Good Day! I'm just new to your channel and subscriber as well your advice is really great and very informative. May your channel grow with more & more subscribers so you can help many job seekers aspirant that who wants to get hired on their dream job. God bless you

[@TammyKabell-crc]

Thank you SO MUCH! I'm so happy you took the time to write this, and I appreciate you very much. Please let me know if my advice helps you land YOUR dream job.

[@emmanuelecruz8099]

@@TammyKabell-crc Good day! I made it Ma'am 🙂 I get hired on the school that I applied for. Thank you so much for your help and advice.

[@insolentstickleback3266]

10:02 The text from should be Firm, just because I care : D

[@TammyKabell-crc]

Thank you!

[@Kurie3D]

😁 it's the company that sticks their square pegs in the employees' round hole. Joke aside can an interviewee counter ask why did the last employee leave their role you're applying for?

[@TammyKabell-crc]

very funny! and to answer your question, I think the question you ask that employer is completely valid, and I encourage you to ask it. In fact, go into any interview with a nice long list of questions you want the answers to... and you may get a chance to ask them all in a first interview. But if not, keep them for future rounds in the hiring process. you want to show them that it's just as important to you that it's a good fit as it is to them.

[@hendribs5866]

your intro is too long....