For those whose left one consulting firm for another, what was your response when asked “why are you looking to leave your current position” during your interview process?

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“Looking for a better fit”

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"Looking to build a better working worl- *pukes* -orld"

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What about when they hit you with:
“Have you looked at different roles within your firm? Why are you looking elsewhere?”

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Bureaucratic hurdles. Pay differential. Similar opportunities don't exist.

Or say that you are exploring those, but you're not limiting yourself.

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“Looking for new challenges” also acceptable

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Access to different/better work/clients. Ability to specialize.

The recent strategy shift doesn’t align with my passions. Neither good nor bad. Just what it is which is why I’m here today.

“A more collegial environment”
“Opportunity to focus on specific areas of interest”
“Local model” (no travel- this depends of course)

I need a defined career path

I want a role that more aligns with my professional goals

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I have completed interview with vous and HR has send me indicative breakup and asking me to resign from the current company because offer letter is taking time.


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