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Question 28 of 30
Why did you leave your last job?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The interviewers want to know why you left your last job to see if you were fired, laid off, or gave notice. If you were fired, they want to know if you will admit why you were fired, if you take responsibility, and what you learned from the experience. If you gave notice, they want to understand what you did not like about your job to see if you would fit in with the company culture.
Focus on being direct and honest, and explain why you left your last place of employment. If you gave notice, were laid off, or fired, describe the circumstances behind your leaving. Be sure to end your response positively and tell the interviewers how excited you are to have the opportunity to interview for the position with the NHS.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I left my last job because there was no room for professional growth or advancement. I want to work in a supervisory position, but that was not possible in my previous place of employment because of the company structure. I gave my two weeks' notice and left on good terms. I have an excellent letter of recommendation if you would like a copy for your records."
Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"I enjoyed working for my previous company and was lucky enough to work with some amazing people; however, the commute was getting to be too much. I recently moved, and I was commuting an hour each way five days a week. I'm looking to find a similar role within 30 minutes or so from home so that I can save on fuel and wear and tear on my vehicle."
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