Why are you currently looking for employment?
"I learned a lot from my employer but realized there wasn't enough growth opportunity to reach my goals. The company I work for is downsizing and allowed me to fill another role at the company. Unfortunately for both of us, it doesn't align with my career goals. I'm grateful for the experience and what I learned along the way. But without growth opportunities, I decided I wanted to move my career forward. Although they're sad to see me go, I do this with my current employer's blessings, which is great because I forged a lot of great relationships there, and I've always been the type who builds bridges rather than burns them."
This question aims to reveal how forthcoming you are, whether you were fired, quit, or were laid off. The interviewers are also interested in whether you departed on amicable or acrimonious terms. Focus on the positives and how you are trying to further your career goals. Display emotional maturity by showing professional appreciation for what you gained from your previous employers. Indicate that you're interested in advancing your career.
The assessment vendor will study your performance for any signs of nervousness or defensiveness. Some of the non-verbal cues used to evaluate your honesty are gaze avoidance, the direction of your eyes, fidgeting, restless foot and leg movements, frequent body posture changes, grooming behaviors such as playing with hair or pressing your fingers to lips, stroking your chin, covering your mouth or your eyes, and excessive fidgeting. Remember, when your words don't match your gestures, it's your gestures that will be seen as the truth. Maintain eye contact, exude confidence, be comfortable in your skin, and speak from the heart.
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