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I have received offer from Shell and SAP labs is in final stage salary discussion. Shell is offering 6 lacs more than @SAP labs. I have tried to negotiate a lot from SAP but they are not ready. They are putting conditions like give your full commitment to join then only we'll release offer letter. I am currently looking for work life balance with growth. Should I join @SAP considering its a Product based and good WLB and learning? Teck Stack - Java/Micro-services/cloud YOE - 11yrs
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Keep it simple and unemotional, and don’t mention it being toxic. That will hurt your leverage (you’re leaving a job you hate and will take anything). Instead just say it wasn’t a good fit for your future goals, and then talk about what you like about this new job. The fact you stayed a year shouldn’t raise any questions.
100% this.
I would learn about the new company and make the response about them. Tell them what you know about the company, and why you will be excited to join such a forward looking company.
As far as the interviewer knows, you wouldn't be looking to leave your existing job if this opportunity to join their company hadn't come along.
I usually say, be honest but tactful for answering something like this, but I think a better response would be to say as little as possible. Or maybe, something along the lines of slow career progression within the company, lack of opportunity to excel in the position, or maybe just a change of scenery and that you felt stagnant in your current role. If an interviewer senses that you're leaving a job because of a toxic environment, he or she might have an impression that you are leaving because you are a cause or instigator.
This position aligns better with you personal career goals. But be ready to explain deeper if they ask follow up questions
Yup!
In a regular scenario, never project negativity. Nobody likes it and it won't win you points even if you're right.
"I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in my current role over the past year and have gained valuable experience in X, Y, Z. However, I am now seeking a new opportunity that offers greater scope for professional growth and impact in a role more closely aligned with my long-term career objectives. This position is an opportunity because..."
Thanks everyone. It was not really an interview, more of a pre interview. He just asked me things that were spelled out in my resume. Looks like if I’m a candidate they will call next week for an interview. At the actual business.
Shreedhar printers raning job
20 years experience
Ok