How to answer one tough interview question.

This advice on answering a tough interview question comes from Media Bistro's Fish Bowl DC website.

Why did you leave your last position?
You can blame the economy, a lack of growth opportunity, the position changing dramatically after you took it, or the functions being misrepresented during your interview. But the key point here is to be honest — not just for your conscience, but for your career. “Transparency is the best policy with these types of questions,” said Matt Tovrog, a partner at Bell Oaks Executive Search, “because a former boss can easily be contacted as a reference check.”

Based on my experience, job seekers should always assume that a call will be made to their current boss, possibly without their knowledge.