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A bit random, but has anyone exited to Apple and their new HQ? I’m super curious to hear how it is. And people that have left to FAANG in general, are the work place amenities/ bonuses worth it? Do you use them? Or does it just really come down to 💸💰? Apple Facebook (Meta) Amazon Netflix Google
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Is it worth it making it to B4 senior?
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“Because my team’s a bunch of a-holes”
I’m always interested in looking at opportunities to grow and this looks like it could be a good fit
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Yes and compliment your old company and team! I just did this and as far as I can tell this is the right way to go about it (I did receive an offer). “While I’ve had a great experience at _____, working on ______, with people I’ve really liked. I’m ready for a new challenge and growth opportunity and I think this is the right fit because __________.”
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Read a few articles on reasons, this is my running list:
1) My passions don’t align with my role and it isn’t the way I want to grow
2) I’m looking for an additional layer of growth that I don’t think I’ll get here
3) My values don’t align with the company mission
4) I want to work in a different industry
5) I’ve learned a lot in my current role, but I’m looking for an opportunity that provides more challenges as I continue developing my skills and abilities
5) While I’ve gained important skills in my experience with this role, like X and Y, I want to focus more on honing my A and B skills. I’m excited that this role provides more opportunities to grow those skills.
6) I have decided to leave my current job because X. As you can see on my resume, I’ve prepared for my career transition to move into X. I also have a lot skills that will translate from my time at (current company). Being in (current position) taught me A,B,C.
7) Unfortunately, the job turned out to be different than what I’d expected. I was hired to act as a (position), but it turns out that they really needed someone with a heavy focus on (skill that doesn’t match position). It ended up being a very different role than the one I’d originally signed on for. I wanted to gain more skills in X, but it has focused less on that than what I would have wanted and after speaking with my team, the position scope doesn’t look like it will change at all.
Hope this helps!
Pick something non-monetary about the new position
But be sure it doesn’t apply to your current position.
Realistically I’m leaving bc im underpaid and my boss isn’t keen on promotions, but I can’t really say that 😂
I'm looking to leave my current job because I feel my skills are more valued in the marketplace and I would like to find somewhere where I have an opportunity to make a greater impact with additional opportunities to advance.
“I’ve learned a lot at _current firm_ and am grateful for this opportunity.
I am interested in expanding my experience in XYZ at _new firm_ especially because of your work in the _ABC arena_. I have met a few _new firm_ contacts, and have been impressed with how they speak about leadership and tackling new challenges in _ABC arena_. Given my background in XYZ, and familiarity with your DEF clients, I think this opportunity would greatly align my experience and your work.”
Work life balance. Growth. New challenge
Precious (startup) company I was at got sued by their investors for fraud. I always took this question as a way to lightheartedly respond with that, and follow up with "... And nobody wants to be the last man standing at Enron, right?"
... Found out later that West Monroe was definitely founded by former Arthur Anderson folks. That made for an awkward moment during onboarding.
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I don't see the point on not telling the truth. Yes, you have to be polite, but if you are underpaid, why not leaving? If your company matches the offer, would you stay? If the answer is no, then is not the money. Simply tell the truth in a professional and polite way
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They don’t want to hear you’re chasing $$$