If you’re a job seeker then you’ve hopefully had your fair share of job interviews. While in them you’re given a barrage of question about your experience, education, and personality… And while you may be anxious and excited to “land” this position, make sure you’re doing it for the right reasons and Looking For the “Right Fit.”
The big mystery is how do you find out more about the prospective job/position to know if it is truly your “dream job.” There’s wonderful sites like glassdoor.com or vault.com but the bulk of your information should come straight from the interview and tour. The key is asking questions.
There’s your typical ones:
– Salary
– Benefits
– Hours
– Vacation
… etc. etc.
But you really want to ask some tough, poignant ones that give you a clear idea of who and what your working for. Here’s a few:
Job Function
- Why are you hiring for this position?
- What are the biggest challenges I could face in this position?
- Amount of Travel? Method of travel?
- Do you allow a flexible work schedule?
- Do you allow working from Home?
- What is your philosophy on [insert career field]? Or what role does [insert career field] play in this company?
- What would be a typical workday or workweek?
- How would you determine this person to be successful in this job?
- How did the previous person do in this role? (if applicable)
Management
- Who would be my supervisor?
- What would you say is your management style?
Company
- What do you enjoy about working here?
- What is the mission statement or values of this company?
- What are the goals of the department/company?
- How would you describe the office culture around here?
- So when someone performs really well around here, how is that rewarded?
- Does the company offer any sort of reimbursement or support for training, seminars, or continuing education?
- Does the company have a discipline policy?
- What’s the policy on “company news” and communication to employees?
- Does the company host company-wide employee events?
Other
- How do you feel about me qualifying for the position? Any areas I would need to improve?
- Can I get a tour of the facility?
- Would it be possible for me to be able to ask an employee a few questions?
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