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Why were you not promoted since five years?

Why were you not promoted since five years?

The interviewer is keen to know that while you say you did terrific job but you were still not promoted in your current job since last many years.
How do you explain?
Tell reasons which don't hurt.
Do's
• Show your work, contribution and learning
• You are here to contribute and learn
• Talk about policy, lack of experience or downturn
• Be truthful
Don'ts
• Do not talk ill about boss or the previous organization
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