Why Are You Leaving Your Current Job? How to Answer Correctly

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Too honest and they won't hire you. Too vague and they'll not believe you. In this video I show you how to answer the dreaded interview question "Why are you Leaving your Current Job?" by providing healthy, positive, yet honest reasons as to why you might be leaving a job.
First, you want to prepare 1-2 sentences ahead of time that answers the why are you leaving your job question up front. Don't hide or avoid it, interviewers are wise to those tactics already. Make sure you stick with 2 sentences maximum because it's easy to start ranting and go off on a tangent during the heat of the moment (especially if you're having a particularly negative experience with your current employer).
Then you want to show you're not making stuff up by giving a concrete example as to why you are leaving your current job, then smoothly transition into talking about the new role you're applying for.
Finally, you talk about how the problems you might be facing at your current job will be a non-issue at the new role because you have already done your research and you know what to expect in the new job. A combination of these will give you the best answer to why did you leave your current job or variations such as why did you leave your last job.
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00:00 Intro
00:49 What "ETP" Stands For
01:28 How to Structure "E"
02:55 Sample Answer for "E"
03:09 How to Structure "T"
03:35 Sample Answer for "T"
04:31 How to Structure "P"
05:04 Full Sample Answer using "ETP"
06:46 Summary
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[@JeffSu]

Are you going to find a new job in 2021? TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:49 What "ETP" Stands For 01:28 How to Structure "E" 02:55 Sample Answer for "E" 03:09 How to Structure "T" 03:35 Sample Answer for "T" 04:31 How to Structure "P" 05:04 Full Sample Answer using "ETP" 06:46 Summary

[@w.w.sakbeh571]

Yup. Year of all-around regeneration!

[@JeffSu]

@@w.w.sakbeh571 Heck yes LET’S GO 🙌🙌🙌

[@w.w.sakbeh571]

I heard it’s hairy crab season in Shanghai. Maybe you can enjoy some and feature it in your next vlog. Staying tuned for more from Shanghai.

[@JeffSu]

@@w.w.sakbeh571 I’m allergic unfortunately 😢😢. I didn’t use to be that’s the sad thing. I used to be able to eat like 3 crabs and be okay....

[@w.w.sakbeh571]

My bad. We have enough to worry about with C. Better just stick with noodles and dumplings.

[@aliciang343]

Hi Jeff, thanks for sharing this! I like how structured, short and sweet the video is. Great insights! 👍👍👍 Looking forward to your weekly videos! 😊😊

[@JeffSu]

Thanks Alicia! Glad you found value out of it! Hope you enjoy future ones just as much!

[@pranavmoudgalya6449]

Great video as always! Fantastic, actionable content, Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

Thanks so much Pranav! Only the best for my viewers :)

[@kozaiorz]

SUCH VALUABLE CONTENT❤️‍🔥 It was so on-point. Thank you so much Jeff!

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@MaybejustNarbe]

I think it’s irrelevant and shouldn’t be asked. It’s unprofessional to even open the door.

[@JeffSu]

This reminds me of the saying "hate the game, not the player" 😂

[@amolswaminarayan]

Jeff - You are just amazing. Thanks for quality and meaningful content. More power to you.

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend! Have a great weekend 😁

[@Naseequllah]

As always hooked up to the video within first few seconds... Looking forward what you bring next 👍

[@JeffSu]

Thanks Md! I try to make boring subjects interesting 😊! I got lots planned for 2021, and hoping you find most of them helpful!

[@pengouyang6437]

thank u so much jeff for sharing this videos. i have just failed two interviews before i bumped into your video. I really should have watched this!!!!

[@JeffSu]

Hey it's okay! Better late than never :). In all seriousness don't worry about those 2 interviews. Chin up, practice a bit more, and kill the remaining interviews :)

[@lanke7626]

Hi Jeff! nice to know you! thank you for sharing this Amazing video with structured and thoughtful interviews questions tips! I’m about to apply for new jobs this year, hope I can smash the interview with your help.

[@JeffSu]

Hi Ian! You're very welcome! New year, new job, sounds like a great plan! Best of luck and let me know if you have any specific questions :)

[@joz228]

Gotta say your videos helped me big time! Did the interview using the tips in your videos. Starting the job in two weeks! Eeeek!!

[@JeffSu]

That's awesome joz!!!! Congrats!!!! What industry are you in? Are you in the States? If so hope you're staying safe! You're going to kill it at the new job 🙌🙌🙌

[@SupaaManix]

DANGGGGG, your explanation are so simple and evident. Thanks man, you create the need to find new job just to apply what I just learned HAHA

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha thank you! But don't leave a perfectly good job just for this 😂

[@leandro_80]

Awesome. Once again Jeff helping me in my career. Thank you

[@JeffSu]

My pleasure :D

[@Hondalover3000]

Wow!!! Thank you, Jeff!!!

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome 😁

[@humyrahfatima]

5:15 love how you put on the glasses to answer the question

[@JeffSu]

Gotta be as authentic as possible 😂

[@Chloe-ft6ts]

This is one of the best answers I saw in YT to the question

[@JeffSu]

Not the best...? 😉 Just kidding, thank you!

[@Chloe-ft6ts]

@@JeffSu hah it’s the best lol please update more tips 😉

[@vikastiwari6780]

Because of transition.. I have experience with old technology and I don't like Siebel.. Right now I m upgrading myself in Salesforce..

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck!

[@minxiangwang1850]

Thank you for sharing. I am preparing for interview tomorrow. This is exactly what I need!

[@JeffSu]

That's amazing! First of all, best of luck! How does your answer to this question sound so far?

[@minxiangwang1850]

@@JeffSu your ETP method is way much better. Gonna change my answer before bed lol

[@JeffSu]

@@minxiangwang1850 That's great to hear! Make sure to practice tomorrow as well! haha

[@SnowyBlizzard]

I love Chris vos and hi s book never split the difference is fantastic

[@JeffSu]

It is! I should re-read it

[@luyang620]

Hi Jeff, thank you so much for the amazing content. I am currently preparing an Interview and find that this question 'why leave current job', could be related and even combined with 'why do you want to work here?'. But I also love your two different strategies for these two questions. Could you please share with me any of your thoughts? Or maybe consider how to combine different interview questions in your future videos. Above is just some humble thoughts from a super fan. I really can't thank you enough for all your videos. It may have just changed my late 20s. Wish you all the best in 2022!

[@JeffSu]

Hi Lu Yang, great points! It doesn't hurt to weave different answers into different questions, it's always best to think on your feet 😁

[@njengathegeek]

I have been watching Jeff now for months for my interview prep, hoping to land a gig soon

[@JeffSu]

Best of luck!! Let me know how it goes!

[@Andrea_Dong]

I really shouldn’t be up right now, especially not with my classes starting tomorrow, but your video just made it worthwhile :p Thanks for the video, Jeff! Your ETP method seems very practical, I’ll definitely be revisiting this video if I’m ever on the hunt for greener pastures!

[@JeffSu]

Oh nooo, sleep is more important 😂. But thank you Andrea!! Oh so you’re back to school after a winter break? Virtual?

[@Andrea_Dong]

Yup! Everything is still remote which is a shame, I was actually looking forward to attending class in person after a whole semester of this COVID lifestyle 😂 What about you, Jeff? Anything you miss in particular?

[@JeffSu]

@@Andrea_Dong this is going to sound like such a first world problem but traveling and seeing my friends in other places!!! 😢

[@JeffSu]

@@Andrea_Dong hang in there though! I’m convinced 2021 is gonna bring us out of the rut and you’re gonna be chilling with friends on campus soon 😇

[@Andrea_Dong]

@@JeffSu You too! Just gotta hang in there for a bit longer and before you know it, you’ll be flying and seeing your friends again ✈️ But hey, at least airline stocks are on sale right now 😆

[@angel24lovej]

The interviewee of Jeff looks exactly like an A plus commerce student 😁

[@JeffSu]

I know right? The resemblance is uncanny :). He must be a pretty cool guy too!

[@tuantrananh269]

Great job, Jeff. I like your ETP which help me generate more ideas

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it Tuan!! Best of luck :)

[@TheFunofMusic]

Very practical! Do you have tips for video interviews specifically (vs. in-person interviews)? I think that would be a great topic for a future video!

[@JeffSu]

Yes! I'm actually planning that right now. Although I'm worried that I won't have the right shots to showcase my ideas (for example buying a small ringlight) haha...

[@TheFunofMusic]

@@JeffSu You mean like this one? www.amazon.com/Conference-Lighting-Conferencing-Dimmable-Monitor/dp/B08K2TMGBF/ref=asc_df_B08K2TMGBF/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475811286124&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4526209545424459997&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021483&hvtargid=pla-997031709063&psc=1

[@uacbpa]

Great information.

[@JeffSu]

Thank you! 😁

[@BrandonSugiura]

This is a great vid for the answer, as a job hopper, I get fired from a lot of jobs. Any advice for a person with a disability, but has a good skill set?

[@mrmurdx8956]

Bro you sound way to smart and very stuck up most managers or future bosses would label you a threat and avoid hiring you just for sounding smarter than them.

[@JeffSu]

Glad my current manager saw past that flaw in me 😂

[@judypingmccormick3904]

Brilliant. Would you kindly suggest the best answer for : "Why did you leave your last job (just 2 weeks ago), without a new job lined up?"

[@JeffSu]

My latest video will help with that 😁

[@ksenia_online_english6728]

Thank you for your expertise, Jeff! Can I ask what you`d recommend to say if a person left their last job, because they witnessed some law violation and scam by their previous manager and even were pushed to cover it?

[@JeffSu]

I would focus on the positives: that person is principled enough to speak up when they saw something they didn't agree with at work

[@ksenia_online_english6728]

@@JeffSu Thank you, Jeff😍So you recommend to say the truth in a positive way?

[@JeffSu]

@@ksenia_online_english6728 authenticity is always the best option in my experience 😁

[@bertonnawi5868]

Wow! SALUTE

[@JeffSu]

Thank you Berton! 😁

[@deninakonecni9039]

Hey Jeff, love your content. I've been studying your channel and am approaching my second interview where I believe I'll be discussing compensation which I know is between 35-45K. Any tips on how I can steer the offer to as close to 45K as possible? I want the job either way, no matter what, but would obviously be happier earning more doing it. Thanks!

[@JeffSu]

Hi Deni! Thanks for the comment, and I'm happy to hear you've made it to the part of the interview process where compensation is being discussed, congrats! I'm assuming you have already watched my salary negotiation video right? If yes, the only thing I'd add is to prepare 3 talking points as to why you deserve to be on the higher end of the range as possible. For example if they say "Well Deni, we are going to offer you 35K and that's policy..." you can reply with "I understand, that does sound like a standard figure. If I may, I'd like to point out that..." and get them to the 45K. Best of luck!

[@deninakonecni9039]

@@JeffSu ​I have watched it, yes, and you've magically detected my predicament! It was heavily inferred that my started salary would "probably" be 40K, and that the higher numbers for similar roles that can be found on Glassdoor or similar websites are wildly exaggerated and unrealistic. However, I feel like I'd be walking a thin line if I did encounter a "policy" scenario, because I don't want to walk away from the job, but would genuinely feel uncomfortable negotiating a salary if in fact the policy does limit it to a specific, non-negotiable number.

[@JeffSu]

@@deninakonecni9039 Then I only have 1 piece of advice for you: Unless you come off as rude or condescending the other party will NOT walk away just because you tried to negotiate. Gauge their reaction: if it seems like there is literally 0 wiggle room, pivot to non-monetary benefits and perks :)

[@deninakonecni9039]

@@JeffSu I cautiously agree with you and will update you on the results. Thanks for the wisdom and speedy responses Mr. Sushie.

[@JeffSu]

@@deninakonecni9039 Awesome, let me know how it goes Deni!

[@HighTechFan_Geek]

Those are really great advices. Maybe one point if you do allow me to be a bit rude, if you do talk so perfectly to recruiter and so fluently, dont you think it may be seen as too robotic, automatic, prepared and at the end not looks like very genuine? I may be wrong, it's just something that came to my mind

[@JeffSu]

(not rude at all) It's a good point! That's why it's good to practice with real people beforehand 😁

[@lilianhe1445]

Hi Jeff! Thank you for your excellent sharing! I have a question, I want to apply a job in another country, the EU. How should I answer convincingly if the interviewer ask me why I want to move to another country?

[@rubyannyabut6473]

following this.

[@AntaneiaElliott-nu7nm]

I left my job to attend college as a Office Medical Administration Assistant.

[@JeffSu]

Nice 😂

[@noodleology]

How would you suggest writing resumes, cover letters, and doing interviews after changing to a totally different career?

[@JeffSu]

I could go on for days but long story short I would focus on the transferable skills. Recommend you check out my Resume and Cover letter videos :)

[@empresscarrot5417]

Hi. I have an interview later and I'm not sure if you'll still see this but I hope you can still help. The real reason I want to leave my current job is because of my line manager who keeps micro managing me and the heavy workload which is not fit for 1 person only. I've already brought up the heavy workload to my line manager but she just told me that's normal and proceeds on giving me more tasks to handle. She also nitpicks everything and nags on everything on a daily basis. Also, I thought that the position is for an officer but it's actually like a fake officer position. It used to be a staff position which was just upgraded in job title years ago and what I'm looking for is a real officer position with staff to manage. How do I structure that positively in an interview?

[@JeffSu]

Thanks for sharing the context. It seems like a difficult situation to be in; hope you hang in there! In your answer perhaps you can talk about how there was a mis-alignment between you and your manager when it came to workload and bandwidth management, and you tried A, B, C but unfortunately your manager didn't meet you halfway. Good luck!

[@empresscarrot5417]

@@JeffSu thanks Jeff!

[@Shloka09]

What do you have to say about companies ghosting you after what seemed like a "good interview"?

[@JeffSu]

HI Shloka - I'm sorry to hear that! It honestly would depend on a variety of factors like at which point in the process you feel they ghosted you (was it after the recruiter initial call or after a 2nd round hiring manager interview), large or small company, which industry, etc.

[@implemented2]

Cool. What if one does not how to present deficiencies at a current place and not sure Google can avoid them?

[@JeffSu]

Hi Michael - Sorry I'm not sure I understand your question?

[@xyfd04814]

Hello, Jeff, thanks for your video, they helped me a lot. But how can I say to the interviewer for the reason of quitting if my ex-boss don’t like me , reduced my salary and forced me to leave the job?

[@JeffSu]

Talk about the business conflict you and your manager had, and why you disgreed with him/her and talk about your learnings

[@xyfd04814]

@@JeffSu Thank you Jeff.

[@yalunsheng]

Question: If my team is currently under reorganization, as the company would like to out-source the services to 3rd party. Is it a fact that I can mention? I mean, I might lose the job, not because of my poor performance, but because of the company decision...

[@JeffSu]

Your situation is very unique. Because if you were already unfortunately let go, you can simply say "Yes due to company restructuring and a new direction, my skills were not in line with what they needed." BUT because you haven't LOST the job you (you might lose the job), you shouldn't proactively say "Yea I MIGHT be let go soon" because that gives the impression (1) You're not confident in your own abilities, and (2) The company might let you go because they don't think you are a high performer. So in this case, DO NOT say it's because of the re-org, but use what I mentioned in this video as if you will continue having your current position!

[@yalunsheng]

@@JeffSu Great suggestions. Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

@@yalunsheng You're welcome!

[@nanasangsang6511]

But, I always nervous I am not able to give all the answers which I prepared for.

[@JeffSu]

Practice makes perfect 😁

[@nurulatikah3759]

Hi Jeff, I want ask your opinion. I already resign from big company because of my unsupportive manager. I have big salary. I currently unemployed for 2 months. I don’t know how to respond when the interviewer ask me why I want to leave my previous company because the benefit from previous company quite good and I’ve got bigger salary also. All interviews I attend curious about my reason because I just answer I want career growth. I don’t want to badmouth my manager. Please help me.

[@JeffSu]

Focus on the learning opportunities in the new role 😁

[@raymeester7883]

Chris Voss is the boss.

[@JeffSu]

Yes he is! Really enjoyed his book "never split the difference"

[@raymeester7883]

@@JeffSu It's crazy how you apply and get results from the jump with the book. It's like magic.

[@jemimaaplacador-qy8fw]

Can i answer that ... I left my last job because the rules is if you did a wrong step you will fine 100 php. Every wrong doing you will fine 100 php. The employer purpose is to us to be responsible. Please help me thank you.

[@JeffSu]

You probably want to keep it a bit high level and talk about "unfair punishments" instead of something so specific

[@alicemorili1330]

I wish you can do the interview for me. Is it any job you applied you didn’t get

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha I have failed many times before, believe me

[@jerryohhh]

Hello, can you share your pattern for tell me about yourself?

[@JeffSu]

I have 2 videos on the channel for that interview question 😁

[@hollivanburen9921]

Can I ask you a question I need help by Mionday

[@JeffSu]

What's up

[@hollivanburen9921]

@@JeffSu hi Jeff I enjoy your KZbin and needed advise I have been with sane company for 17 years my old job got eliminated so I moved to another dept 2 months ago. It’s been a rough start the training there is not up to par and no one ever started in that dept without prior knowledge of the job and I decided to post back out and have interview Monday, but what is the best way to tell them when they ask why I am looking for another position just after 2 months. Again the training is hard the girl who was training me was very rough on me and said they shouldn’t of hired someone without experience and now I feel horrible and just want out. I have a great history with the bank as far as my previous roles

[@JeffSu]

@@hollivanburen9921 I'm hesitant to give you advice without knowing more about you but it seems like you can talk about how you are looking for new challenges after being at the old company for 17 years. Best of luck!

[@rowankatherine6352]

I'm Alone 😍😥

[@JeffSu]

Not if you continue watching these videos and join our amazing community 😏

[@andyyang4872]

can you make a video on how to quit a job hahahaah

[@JeffSu]

That's actually a great idea, thank you Andy!

[@kevinberns8735]

I slept with my boss.

[@JeffSu]

That's a tough one