Correct Answer: The Best way to answer this question: Be honest but stay positive Of course, your answer should be based on the real reason you left, but put a positive spin on it That means, you should try to frame your honest answer in the most positive way possibleDo not lie, be truthful and honest but do not be harsh on a previous employer So answer truthfully while at the same time NOT talking about the company or staff in a negative light More info on why you left a job would help to give applicable suggestions You TELL them why you left! Make it sound as positive as possible though Put the reason you are no longer at your last job in your question Unless you were laid off or the company had relocated you too far, just say "it's a career move" It's better not to go into the specifics Always keep in mind that your interviewer is looking for a positive, motivated, hard-working candidate No potential employer wants to hear your gripe about a prior boss or talk poorly about a previous employer She or he wants to hear about your potential as a superstar at the position you are seeking