Asking Questions.. (1 Viewer)

[Jase]

Usually, at the end or middle of an interview, you would be asked "do you have any questions". What are some good generic questions to ask to showcase your enthusiasm and whichever? ...

 

[alien]

say "what are the opportunities for advancement within the company?" works like a charm. just don't ask what the pay is. apparently it's the biggest interview no no. i did it and got the job though! (that was at maccas years ago)

 

[jayz]

it's very difficult to list what exactly should be asked during an interview, thus it is vital to do research on the employer/the business and find out things which you think will interest both you and the employer, so you can question them on that matter, after all i am sure everyone takes alook at the employer's profiles some time during their job application.

 

[Gavvvvvin]

Why is this position available?
Is this a new position? How long has this position existed?
How many people have held this position in the last two years?
Who would be my supervisor? To whom would I report?
Whom will I supervise?
With whom will I be working most closely?
What do you like about working for this company?
What are the current plans for expansion or cutbacks?
What kind of turnover rate does the company have?
How financially sound is this company?
What projects and assignments will I be working on?
What happened to the person that held this position before? Was he promoted or fired?
What is this company's culture? (Rigid and formal or relaxed and flexible?)
What are the current problems facing the company (or my department)?
What do you like the most about working for this company? The least?
What is the philosophy of the company?
What do you consider to be the company's strengths and weaknesses?
What are the company's long and short term goals?
Describe the work environment.
What attracted you (the interviewer) to this organization?
Why do you enjoy working for this company?
Describe the typical responsibilities of the position.
What are the most challenging aspects of the position?
Describe the opportunities for training and professional development.
Will I receive any formal training?
What is the company's promotional policy?
Are there opportunities for advancement within the organization?
When can I expect to hear from you?

 

[mischaa]

Ask what characteristics the company is looking for in the successful candidate and from the interviewer's perspective how you measured up.

Ask the interviewer about his/her expereince with the company.

Ask about the culture of the company - i.e its brand, what it stands for, what's important to them.

They need to decide if you are right for the job. You need to decide whether the company is right for you, so ask questions that will help you learn more about the company, apart from their PR.

 

[Jase]

thanks alot everyone! Some of those questions almost seem as if the interviewee was hiring the interviewer. ahah

Um, deathlessone - what's a turnover rate? excuse my naivety.

 

[Gavvvvvin]

thanks alot everyone! Some of those questions almost seem as if the interviewee was hiring the interviewer. ahah

Um, deathlessone - what's a turnover rate? excuse my naivety.

Ummm...I think thats the rate at which employees leave the business.