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At all interviews all employers with practically no exceptions do ask about the applicants’ current / previous job and why they do not fancy it any more. Do you have an answer to this question so far? A clear, precise, reasonable and persuasive one.

Reflection on this topic will not only help you to prepare for your job interview, but will also make you understand what kind of position you are looking for. Consider the following points:

1. What is your job?

Just describe it and be as precise as possible: what your daily activities at work are, what you are responsible for, how much time you spend at work, etc. The more details – the better. It is like looking at yourself at work from the distance. It will help you realize:

2. What do you like in your job?

3. And what will you never miss in case you leave the present employer?

Both points are worth reflecting on. And do not say that there is nothing positive you can think of about you current job – there must be if not loads, at least some positive things in it. Think this over and be honest with yourself, objective and specific – it is all for your own good, you do not want to get a new job and keep complaining about the same issues.

4. What have you learned while working for this company?

Answering to this question will draw your attention to the difference between what was your market value before you got this job and now, at the point when you are about to leave the company, seeking for new challenges and further career growth. It is always good to review your professional development, because ones you acknowledge it yourself, you will be able to use it as an advantage in the eyes of the potential employer.

5. What will change after you get a new job?

The main thing here is to identify what exactly is motivating you to search for new employment. Is it that you are looking for a higher position? Or a better working environment? More benefits and a bigger compensation? Something closer to your house? There could be thousands of reasons; your job is to find them out. And again, be honest – you cannot fool yourself.

6. Do you think you could stay?

Having reflected on all the previous points, knowing what is good and bad in you current job position and what you are seeking for, you should be able to answer this question as well. Is there anything that could be improved in your present employment and make you stick to this employer? Promotion? Salary revision? It is very likely that your boss will go for some positive changes in order to have you in the company. In this case you might save months of job hunting!