Why do you want to close your business and work for us?

manpreet Best Answer 3 years ago

For the last 10 years I was a very active entrepreneur, as a founder or taking part in other start ups. Even though I got some money and clients, I decided to move on and find a job at another company.

I am not sure if this is the right decision (closing my own business and work for a company), but it is hard to find clients, therefore money. It is an unsure environment.

On the other hand, the job position I was called for an interview is a "safe" one, extremely interesting and challenging.

There is a question they will ask me and I want to answer it as good as it gets, correctly.

You had a very active past with startups and you had your own business. Why do you want to close them all and work for us?

What should I say, and what should I avoid saying?

manpreet 3 years ago

It is an unsure environment.

That's a pretty good reason right there. You can discuss your desire to move into a more established business with more stability.

However, don't stop there. A better answer is to use that as a way to start talking about the accomplishments you've had while being a business owner. Some or all of things you've done.

As a business owner you've:

• Figured out way to create value for your customers
• Managed customer relationships
• Met customer deadlines
• Made business decisions
• Done the financial work(taxes, payroll, paid vendors, etc.)

By mentioning your desire for stability and accomplishments I believe you'll leave a better impression with the potential employer.