So, You Quit?

Explaining Your HR Move as a Deliberate Career Strategy

April 10, 2025

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đź‘‹Let's be real, explaining why you left a job can feel like walking a tightrope. You don't want to burn bridges, but you also don't want to lie. "Seeking new opportunities" sounds like a robot wrote it.

Instead, try something like, "I realized I wanted to focus on X, and my previous role didn't offer that." Or, "I learned a ton about Y, but I'm ready for a new challenge in Z." Basically, tell them the truth, but make it sound like you're evolving, not running away from a dumpster fire.

⚡From "Been There, Done That" to "What's Next?": Explaining Your HR Exit.

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