“ Why did you leave your last job? ”

            One of the most common interview questions you’ll face: “Why did you leave your last job?” Maybe you left under odd circumstances and don’t want to share the whole truth. But you’re not sure what to say instead. Or maybe you think you’ve got a pretty solid reason for why you left your last job, but you want to make sure.
            Keep your response positive (no venting about your previous employer) and try to pivot to discussing why the job at hand is an ideal match for your skills, knowledge, and experience. If you're still working but about to quit, then alter your responses accordingly. Every situation is unique, so be sure to tailor your own response to fit your circumstances. I’m going to share 13 safe, proven answers you can give when the interviewer asks “why did you leave your last job?”
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Rational, easy to understand and accept reasons for leaving your job:

1. You are looking for better career prospects, professional growth and work opportunities
2. You want a change in career direction
3. You are looking for new challenges at work
4. You were made redundant or the company closed down
5. Your company was restructuring
6. Your company underwent a merger or an acquisition
7. Your company’s growth prospects are poor
8. Your job duties have been reduced, or your job outsourced
9. You have to travel on business too often
10. You are to be sent to a faraway foreign location
11. You need to be able to take better care of your family
12. You want to study or go travelling for a prolonged period of time
13. You are employed for one project, or on a short-term contract