I have a phone interview for an executive position with a company that I left about 2 years ago.

Anonymous

February 18,2023 at 7:23PM UTC

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I have a phone interview for an executive position with a company that I left about 2 years ago. The director is leaving and I am applying for her job. I was a coordinator for the company and the director was a real witch to work for. I left because of the stress she was causing me and I'm sure the hiring agency will ask why I left. I'm not sure how to answer that question.

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AnonymousFebruary 18,2023 at 9:11PM UTC
Just stay positive, "I left for other opportunities, but I missed this company and would like to come back to my work home.".
AnonymousFebruary 18,2023 at 10:59PM UTC
Be honest or say you left for better pay or benefits, can't go wrong with that response
Jennifer ShoffnerMarch 6,2023 at 3:17PM UTC
I agree to keep it on the positive side. It's fine to say that this company/position wasn't the best place for you to be at the time you left without getting in to specifics.
Was this person the main reason you left or were there other negative things about the company that made it stressful. I'm always wary of going back somewhere I previously worked so I agree with other posters to do your homework before returning.