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Being asked about previous job/position
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I know that in an interview you're not supposed to talk negatively about the previous boss/position.
I'm given a questionnaire to complete before they decided if they want to do an in person interview. One of the questions asks about characteristics you look for in an employer/position that the previous job you held did not have and asks for an explanation. how would you answer this? I don't want to say anything negative about my previous position or bad mouth them but I need to answer the question.
There are plenty of things I did not like about my previous position but I need to be political about answering this...
Re: Being asked about previous job/position
I'd need more specifics to really answer.
For example, if your boss was a micromanager, I would say I look for a manager who acts more as a mentor, or is able to delegate. And that your last manager became overwhelmed with job duties because they couldn't delegate effectively. Or something a little softer.
Or if you were stuck in a dead-end job, I'd say you're looking for a company that recognizes ambitious employees and offers opportunities for advancement. And that your previous position unfortunately didn't allow for professional growth.
Etc.
Our little Irish rose came to us on March 5, 2010
Don't drink the water.
Disclaimer: I am not an MD. Please don't PM me with pregnancy-related questions. Ask your doctor.
Dr. L., thanks for your help and guidance as always!! (Ps. your signature made me laugh the other day when I first saw it.)
The opportunity for advancement was a major one.
My boss was basically very hands off and totally absent. He didn't really care whether things were getting done or not or if people were working. It bothered me, because I kept myself busy and worked very hard but kept thinking that what I was doing did not matter nor would get recognized.. co-workers could go on for months (or years and I am not exagurating) without getting anything done and nothing would happen...I never bring this up in an interview and I've only talked about the advancement issue when asked about this at interviews.
So I don't know, do I mention the hands off part of the boss? Do I leave it out and just keep it at the advancement opportunity?
I *might* say something along the lines of either being recognized for your efforts, even if it's a "thank you", or having a manager who is involved in the day-to-day of the department. But as usual, I'd just be careful how you word it.
Our little Irish rose came to us on March 5, 2010
Don't drink the water.
Disclaimer: I am not an MD. Please don't PM me with pregnancy-related questions. Ask your doctor.