How to Answer the Why Did You Leave Your Last Job Question

In this episode of Interview Prep with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna tackle one of the trickiest interview questions: 'Why did you leave your last job?' Whether you quit, were laid off, or got fired, your answer can make or break the interview. Lucas breaks down the three-part structure that hiring managers actually want to hear: acknowledge the situation, take ownership, and pivot to the future. They walk through a real example from a marketing manager who left a toxic culture without badmouthing anyone, and explain how to avoid red-flag phrases like 'micromanagement' or 'politics.' Luna shares data from a 2025 LinkedIn survey showing that 62 percent of hiring managers view how you talk about a former employer as a signal of professionalism. The episode also covers what to do if you were fired for performance, including a specific frame that shows growth. Plus, a listener question on how to handle multiple short stints. By the end, you'll have a repeatable template that turns a potentially awkward moment into a demonstration of self-awareness and strategic thinking. #InterviewPrep #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #Resignation #Layoffs #Termination #HiringManager #BehavioralQuestion #LinkedInSurvey #Professionalism #ToxicWorkplace #CareerTransition #JobInterview #ExitStrategy #GrowthMindset #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo