How to Explain Being Let Go or Fired from a Job - Interview Tips

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Explaining being let go from a job can be a challenging task.
Not clarifying it the right way could raise real concerns in the mind of the interviewer leading to undesirable results.
But not to worry! There are easy, simple ways to clearly explain it without misunderstanding or confusion in the best light possible.
Watch the video to learn:
- How to explain being laid off
- How to explain being fired
- Sample answers/templates you can reference!

[@obiesouthward7112]

I am taking away the true value of ownership to shift the mind set of the situation…Well done and Thank You…

[@elevationcareer]

Thanks for commenting. Agree - I believe taking ownership is one of the most powerful prerequisites for transformation. All the best.

[@violetrose7232]

Thank you,, this is very helpful❤

[@elevationcareer]

Glad to be of assistance :)
Thanks for your comment!

[@ssjlkrillin]

I was recently let go yesterday for "poor performance". I was given a termination notice, but the reason for the termination is not indicated in the notice (so it can be interpreted as a layoff). The reason was communicated to me verbally by HR, not by management. The question is, should I even bother with giving an explanation, or should I simply state that I was laid off? I can definitely explain the termination (as it involved management decisions that led to my having to work a miracle in order to deliver results, which of course didn't happen - I am trying hard not to blame the employer, but it is what it is).

[@elevationcareer]

Sorry to hear that...
If the topic of the layoff comes up during the interview, you would want to provide some sort of context or reason. If you can explain your layoff for reasons such as downsizing, cost-cutting, reorg, etc., that would be ideal. If not, I would explain the impossible circumstances (requirements, projects, deadline, etc.) as the reason (rather than blaming the employer). In other words, if you have to, blame the circumstances rather than the employer. Hope it helps. All the best.

[@farouqolokodanas9931]

thanks bro i didnt get a termination letter so i got laid off i was like 16 or 17 tho im 19 now

[@elevationcareer]

Oh I see. If it comes up during the interview, it may be helpful to emphasize the fact that the termination happened when you were a minor. And then explain how you have since learned and grown from the experience and it won't happen again.

[@callmeishmaelk767]

I'm dealing with a unique situation, I'm 55, been at the same company for 30 years, I'm in the pension system. Recently they stopped offering the pension to new hires, simultaneously they out of the blue decided I now suck. So it's a disguised restructuring.

[@callmeishmaelk767]

Oh, and went on a hiring spree of new low paid employees that don't get a pension.

[@elevationcareer]

Oh man, sorry to hear that. That's terrible... The level of integrity with some of these companies is really appalling. Are you asking how you should explain your situation during an interview?

[@callmeishmaelk767]

@@elevationcareer yeah, I think just being straight up sounds reasonable. I mean, being at someplace for 30 years shows dedication I would think

[@elevationcareer]

@@callmeishmaelk767 yes i agree! 30 years certainly demonstrates dedication.

[@user-hx1sd5nm1g]

I was unsuited for the job . I want to work here 😊...tell me more.. thats it..