How to handle the question when asked what is my motivation of switching my job

I just had an interview for a full-stack tech job. I was invited to a 15-minute first-round discussion as part of their application process. It began with introductions, and after a few minutes they asked what motivated me to switch jobs. I wanted to say like I am looking for some better opportunites, but I simply added that I’m looking for a better opportunity—one that fits my domain so I can confidently deliver my best for the business and I check if its something new so that there is no monotonous activities going on. Something new should be there for me to excite in the job. Then I realized it didn’t sound quite right. They went on to ask why I have frequent job switches on my résumé. I have five years of work experience and have worked at three companies, each for about 1.5 to 2.5 years. I explained that in the early stage of my career I switched jobs every year or so, but moving forward I would like to stay with one company longer and develop my career there. Also, they asked whether I prefer working independently in a small-scale setting or as part of a larger team. I replied that I’ve done both, but I’m more comfortable working independently because it lets me develop technical solutions on my own without any business-related hurdles. Idk if these answered would sound ok to an interviewer, or if there is something that I should have said different.

May 15, 2025 - 18:18

I just had an interview for a full-stack tech job. I was invited to a 15-minute first-round discussion as part of their application process. It began with introductions, and after a few minutes they asked what motivated me to switch jobs. I wanted to say like I am looking for some better opportunites, but I simply added that I’m looking for a better opportunity—one that fits my domain so I can confidently deliver my best for the business and I check if its something new so that there is no monotonous activities going on. Something new should be there for me to excite in the job. Then I realized it didn’t sound quite right. They went on to ask why I have frequent job switches on my résumé. I have five years of work experience and have worked at three companies, each for about 1.5 to 2.5 years. I explained that in the early stage of my career I switched jobs every year or so, but moving forward I would like to stay with one company longer and develop my career there. Also, they asked whether I prefer working independently in a small-scale setting or as part of a larger team. I replied that I’ve done both, but I’m more comfortable working independently because it lets me develop technical solutions on my own without any business-related hurdles.

Idk if these answered would sound ok to an interviewer, or if there is something that I should have said different.