Executive Assistant Mock Interview
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Question 24 of 25
Why do you want to leave your current employer?
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Angela Fontaine is a Senior People Business Partner with expertise in job search coaching, interview coaching, and career development.
There are many reasons an employer may ask this question. They are looking to see if you were let go or if you quit jobs often. The costs and effort of onboarding a new employee are fairly high, so when an interviewer asks this question, they are trying to figure out how long they think you will stay with the company.
The importance here is to keep it positive. People rarely leave their employers because things are going well. Be honest but never speak poorly of your boss, peers, colleagues, or the company. This is also an opportunity to highlight all of your remarkable achievements.
Angela Fontaine is a Senior People Business Partner with expertise in job search coaching, interview coaching, and career development.
"I've been in my current position for four years now. During this time, I have served over 25 executives, developed processes, and launched Executive Assistant development programs. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with ABC Company, but having achieved all of the major milestones I have set for myself, I am now looking to be challenged and developed in a new venue."
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My current employer is fantastic, however, I came across this opportunity as an EA and I couldn't pass it up. The EA role is where I see my career when I can assist and help executives.
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Growth and upward mobility are valid reasons to make a change. Good job.
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