You are ready to leave your job and move on to something different. There are many reasons people leave their current jobs. But, if asked in an interview why you are looking elsewhere, should you really be honest? The answer is yes, but to frame the answer without negativity or bitterness. In the next few posts, we will help you with answers to “Why are you leaving your current job?” Today’s reason for leaving your job is you want more money. Who doesn’t? But, you should not really say that during a job interview. It will make you seem like you have no interest in a company and are just in it for the cash. Employers realize each employee wants to make as much as possible. They are looking for people who will be dedicated and devoted to their company. So, how should you answer the question, “Why are you leaving your current job?” According to themuse.com, you want your answer to be positive and company enriching. Explain that you had the opportunity to develop and grow your skills in your current job, but now you are ready to join a company that will value your skills and allows you to use your skills fully. This answer demonstrates both personal career development and consideration and devotion to a company. Stay tuned for more answers on “Why are you leaving your current job?” in the days to come. And remember, at Kolter Solutions, we are dedicated to matching the perfect candidates to the perfect companies.
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STAY POSITIVE AND MOTIVATED! For those who are in the path of getting new job! “If you don't pass the job interview, it’s not you're bad. It’s because the company is looking for the suitable person, not the best one!” The outcome of a job interview, whether positive or negative, is a nuanced reflection of multiple variables rather than a simple measure of individual worth. Failing to secure a position doesn't necessarily imply inadequacy; instead, it may signify that another candidate possessed a specific set of skills or experiences more closely aligned with the employer's current needs. The competitive nature of the job market often means that multiple qualified individuals vie for the same opportunity. Recognizing this reality can be empowering, encouraging individuals to view rejections as opportunities for growth and self-improvement rather than as reflections of personal shortcomings. Embracing the mindset that each interview is a learning experience enables individuals to refine the approach, enhance the skills, and ultimately increase the chance of success in future endeavors. Rejection is not a verdict on personal worth but a part of the professional journey empowers individuals to persist, adapt, and ultimately flourish in the career. Success is a long-journey, not a destination. So, stay focused and do not give up! - - - To increase your chances of getting a job soon, please send your CV to email [email protected], you will be recommended a suitable job list. Access and seize your job opportunities at JobTest.vn #JobTest #Joblist #Job #Opportunity #JobInterview #TalentAcquisition #RecruitmentConsultant #Headhunt #Headhunting
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It's really easy to get stuck in your job search. 🤕 Here are 5 game-changing tips that will help you get unstuck in your job search that are actually doable & that you can do right now: 🔍Reach out to past colleagues & employers. It can be daunting, I promise but it will be very useful in the long run. Ask them what you did well. Write down what they say & look for patterns - these are the things that will help you stand out in interviews & applications! ✍🏻Journal about three of your most important projects in your career. Look for common themes, look for any similarities. In this, your passions, your strengths & your skills are going to become clearer. You can take what you’ve written & repurpose it for LinkedIn/your portfolio or use it to gain clarity about what role you’d like or use it for interviews/applications. 📰Find Job openings that look interesting to you and read the descriptions. You can look at the similarities between what your past roles, & what the job role entails. & you can do this in several positions. This will help you narrow your search & help you find your perfect role. You will begin to see similarities & then be able to hone in your search, your CV and your applications to fit these roles. 💬Tell people that you are looking for new opportunities and ask for advice; BUT take only the advice that you like. Talking to other people is a great way to get ideas, think aloud & gather information. Many opinions will differ - we all have different lived experiences so follow the advice that best aligns with you! 📲Take all phone screenings that are offered to you! If nothing else, it's free practice. The more you talk to recruiters, the more confident you will become talking about you, your experience & your skills. Plus, you will get to know recruiters who one day might get you that interview for your dream role. Or they might have other openings. The possibilities are endless.⠀⠀ What do you think? Share below something that you do when job searching that you swear by! 💥 Don’t forget to save these or share it if you find it useful 💙 . . #jobsearch #careergoals #careergrowth #careerdevelopment #interview #careercoach #career
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If you’re feeling scared to apply for a new job, you’re not alone. Many people experience fear and anxiety when they think about changing their careers. But fear doesn’t have to stop you from pursuing your dreams. 🌍 Whether you’re worried about your skills, the competition, the industry, or the interview process, you’ll discover some helpful tips and strategies to boost your confidence and motivation. Don’t let fear keep you from reaching your full potential. 🌻 https://lnkd.in/eqvs8m4C
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As a former recruiter turned career coach, I can't stress enough the importance of handling this interview question correctly: "Why are you looking to make a change?" Focus on what you are moving towards vs. running from. Never criticize your former employer or focus on what you disliked Instead, frame your response around what you're looking for and why. Highlight your: - similar goals/vision, - what you’re eager to learn, and - what you hope to achieve in your new position. This approach keeps the focus on your aspirations rather than what you're trying to escape from (even if there is a lot) Think of it like dating Your new boo wants to feel chosen for what they have to offer not chosen because your ex sucked! Shift the focus goals and opportunities you see with the prospective employer. Doing this demonstrates a positive, forward-thinking attitude that can significantly enhance your appeal as a candidate. You got this!
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Should you take a “bridge job”? How to explain it in future interviews? I’ve had the most wonderful discussion with Jennifer B. - a Careers professional based in North America, and here’s what I’ve learnt: 1. Your priority is your physical and psychological safety and integrity. Food must be put on the table, bills must be paid, and this is more important than “how it'll look on your CV”. 2. A “step back” is not a setback. It is in fact what most successful people and businesses do to stay resilient – they know it is a temporary manoeuvre to stay in the game long-term. Taking a bridge job, a pay cut or a job outside your field is a pragmatic solution to take care of what you need, to then go after what you want. 3. You’re not a job title – you’re a person with skills that you leverage and get paid for. Use them in any way you like. 4. Being employed (in any field), takes you away from a place of desperation and more onto a place of choice, and this will empower your job search. 5. If the reluctance to take a bridge role or a job outside of your field is because you’re unsure about how to explain this to a next employer, fear no more – you simply tell them the truth: “I took a role as X as they were hiring immediately and I enjoy/am good at Y, and although is very different from what I typically do, I learnt a lot about Z”. You can even ask the interviewer: ‘have you ever made a move like this yourself?’ 6. You capitalize on your skills while looking for a full-time role, mostly because of what that does to your self-esteem. To job hunt full-time can be mentally draining and deflating, and having something else to dedicate your energy and attention to might do you some good. In sum, we’re all in for getting paid for anything we can do without seeing it as a setback or worrying it’ll make a career look ‘squiggly’. We also think that there is no such thing as ‘squiggly’ anymore, as things have changed dramatically over the last 4-5 years. We keep learning… and we keep at it 👊
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Some excellent points here, from Helena Rattova!
Should you take a “bridge job”? How to explain it in future interviews? I’ve had the most wonderful discussion with Jennifer B. - a Careers professional based in North America, and here’s what I’ve learnt: 1. Your priority is your physical and psychological safety and integrity. Food must be put on the table, bills must be paid, and this is more important than “how it'll look on your CV”. 2. A “step back” is not a setback. It is in fact what most successful people and businesses do to stay resilient – they know it is a temporary manoeuvre to stay in the game long-term. Taking a bridge job, a pay cut or a job outside your field is a pragmatic solution to take care of what you need, to then go after what you want. 3. You’re not a job title – you’re a person with skills that you leverage and get paid for. Use them in any way you like. 4. Being employed (in any field), takes you away from a place of desperation and more onto a place of choice, and this will empower your job search. 5. If the reluctance to take a bridge role or a job outside of your field is because you’re unsure about how to explain this to a next employer, fear no more – you simply tell them the truth: “I took a role as X as they were hiring immediately and I enjoy/am good at Y, and although is very different from what I typically do, I learnt a lot about Z”. You can even ask the interviewer: ‘have you ever made a move like this yourself?’ 6. You capitalize on your skills while looking for a full-time role, mostly because of what that does to your self-esteem. To job hunt full-time can be mentally draining and deflating, and having something else to dedicate your energy and attention to might do you some good. In sum, we’re all in for getting paid for anything we can do without seeing it as a setback or worrying it’ll make a career look ‘squiggly’. We also think that there is no such thing as ‘squiggly’ anymore, as things have changed dramatically over the last 4-5 years. We keep learning… and we keep at it 👊
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Do you find yourself stuck in the wrong profession? or planning career transition? Not because you are not good at it, but simply because you don't feel passionate or excited about it.? Does your dream job even exist? I can tell you it does. And the best way to find it - Select 1 Industry - Pick 2-3 Job roles that you might find interesting. - Conduct informational interviews with people at your job title - Use your Network and reach out to professional contacts that could offer insight into different fields. This can not only help you find your potential job role but Also helps you figure out the holes in your job search and where the chain is broken e.g Why you are not getting interviews? Why you are not getting past screening calls? Why you are reaching the final rounds? Why you are not able to convert it into job offers? The key to all of it is Informational Interviews. if you want to learn how to conduct informational interviews I have created a detailed article on how to conduct it. Comment " BCP " and I will DM the link ------- Have you been contemplating making a career transition move? Want me to coach you to successfully transition careers? DM Me directly.
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Unpopular opinion: Don’t stop interviewing even if you already secured a job offer. Now before you come at me and tell me that it would be wasting everyone’s time, listen to what I have to say first. Although you’ve secured a job offer but still have a few more interviews lined up with potential employers, don’t feel that you have to cancel them all just yet I would still recommend you still attend those scheduled interviews to see what else they can offer that might be a better fit than the one you have already accepted. Think of it this way. Employers can easily withdraw anyone’s job offer if they found a more suitable and stronger candidate, so why can’t you do the same and continue “shopping” around? I’ve witnessed throughout my HR career where employers have held job offers back, simply because they can pick and choose who they want on their team. At the same time (and I still advise my clients to this very day), an interview is like a type of art. It will ONLY get better with practice. …and here’s my last thought. You don’t have to worry about attending more interviews (even if you have already accepted an offer) because it’s not all said and done until you are in that seat and working away. So, the next time you are actively interviewing, continue to do so even if you have already secured a job offer. What is your take on this? 👇 --- ☞ Check out my new FREE 5-day Career Clarity Challenge. It’s helped hundreds of professionals gain clarity as they navigate through the high and low of their careers: https://bit.ly/3w8jZ6r 🌟Now if you are serious about crushing your career goals, let’s connect. Send me a message today! #interviewtips #activelyinterviewing #thrivingthursday #careers #yournextcareerwithlinda --------------------------- Hi! I’m Linda Gardner, CHRL an ex-recruiter and licensed HR Professional turned Career Coach. I’m on a mission to help aspiring professionals to get unstuck and find alignment with purpose while building a dream career on their terms. If this sounds like you, let’s connect! Send me a LinkedIn message today. FOLLOW me on LinkedIn for daily career-boosting tips. Don’t forget to hit the notification 🔔 for all my latest posts! ---------------------------
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Do you research the companies you are applying for? Researching companies during a job search is crucial for several reasons👇 ✅Understanding a company's values, culture, and mission helps you determine if it's a good fit for you. ✅Thorough research ensures the job aligns with your skills, qualifications, and goals, saving you from mismatches. ✅Familiarity with a company's offerings, rivals, and recent developments enhances your interview responses, showcasing your expertise and passion for the position. In summary, researching companies during your job search is essential for finding the right fit, preparing for interviews, negotiating effectively, and ensuring your long-term career success and satisfaction. It's a valuable investment of your time and effort in the pursuit of a fulfilling and rewarding career. Don't you think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments👇 #cvcheckcareer #swissdreamjob #jobsearch
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