5 Questions You Should Ask In a Job Interview
How many times have you been asked at the end of an interview: Do you have any questions?
If you’re answering “no”, you might be landing on the wrong side of the hiring managers.
This is a perfect moment to shine a light on issues that will arise if and when you land the job. Don’t shy away from it and demonstrate that you went prepared for the interview and that you are committed to getting the job.
Here are some suggestions of basic questions that will give you information about the company and the job that might have slipped.
Can you describe a typical day in the life of this role?
This question goes further beyond the simple tasks that are inherent to the role. For example, the role description says you are supposed to negotiate with suppliers. With this question, you can extract an approximate number of suppliers you’ll be dealing with on a daily basis.
Why did you join this company and what kept you here?
Seems a bit too personal but in fact, it demonstrates that you are looking for more reasons to work with the company. You might get to know how’s the work environment beforehand or some extra activities or benefits that workers enjoy.
Where do you see the company in five years?
You’re turning the tables with this one! If you’re asked this during your interview, the hiring managers expect you to answer something that includes you continue working with them. When you ask them this, you might get to know about any incoming projects and, most importantly, feel that you can grow professionally and help the company grow as well.
I read about an ongoing expansion. What is its impact on the company culture?
By asking something more specific about the company, you’re demonstrating further interest and knowledge about it. The trick here is to address an ongoing process that is somewhat public. Bonus points if you contribute with any information suitable for the process.
Any reason you might think I’m not suitable for the role?
Winning question right here! This allows you to address any issues the hiring managers might have regarding you or your capabilities. The more certainty you are able to transmit, the higher the chances of you landing the job.
Inspired by a fellow creator, I decided to challenge myself to publish 100 short-form articles within January. This is article number 24.
