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15. "why did you leave your last role?" interview question breakdown
21 minutes Posted May 17, 2026 at 7:59 pm.
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If you are deep in interview prep, this one is for you. The answer to this question is one of the most consistent “misses” I see in coaching, and it’s come up so much on social media recently that I knew we needed a full deep-dive here.

In this episode we cover:

  • My exact answer framework
  • Examples of wording based on the most popular scenarios: seeking growth, getting laid off, struggling with your current manager, and not being aligned with your current company’s product

Please let me know if you like these thorough question breakdowns and which questions you’d like to see in the future. I’m sending you all the good vibes for your next job interview! 

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