What questions do you have for me?

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Questions such as these typically come towards the end of your interview. Most career-focused individuals who are eager to develop professionally will exhibit strong communication skills, and active listening skills, are engaged, and constantly ask questions. So, your interviewer is interested in learning how curious you are by nature, and how thoroughly you've prepared for this interview. The more you research the NY Times, and this role, the more likely you'll be to have questions. They'll also be interested in learning whether you've taken measures to answer those questions on your own before asking them in the interview. Those questions you save for the end of the interview will stand out and likely say the most about you as a candidate. So, in preparation for your interview, make sure you have some original and memorable questions to ask and don't run out of questions before you get to the end.

During your interview, you'll be given an opportunity to ask about anything "that might be on your mind related to this position or the company. Feel free to ask for more details about the role, or about our company goals and values, how we are organized, how we work together or about anything else on your mind." According to one of the NY Times recruiters, this question presents you with an opportunity to put your best foot forward. "It's your turn to lead the conversation. In many ways, this is the most important part of the interview. Asking questions is an essential skill. A candidate who asks good questions reveals an interest and passion for the role that can't be faked. It shows they care enough about the opportunity to try to understand it fully. Smart, specific questions show that they have done their research in advance; that they are truly curious about what it might be like to work at The Times. And what they ask can help me learn more about them. I don't think it's a coincidence that my best hires have asked the most questions. Curiosity is a core characteristic."

"I do have a few questions, and I read online that you like to keep the question and answer section of the interview to around ten minutes, so I'll try to move fast. What would the first 30 days look like for the person in this role? Does this position involve a lot of traveling? What do you enjoy most about working here? Another question, knowing how competitive and coveted a position at The New York Times is, I'd like to know if there are any red flags or concerns you have regarding any of the answers I've delivered in this interview. Having a chance to discuss them and clear anything up will give me the peace of mind of knowing I was thorough in answering all of your questions in this interview while leaving no stone unturned in performing at my best."

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2. What questions do you have for me?

Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

Questions such as these typically come towards the end of your interview. Most career-focused individuals who are eager to develop professionally will exhibit strong communication skills, and active listening skills, are engaged, and constantly ask questions. So, your interviewer is interested in learning how curious you are by nature, and how thoroughly you've prepared for this interview. The more you research the NY Times, and this role, the more likely you'll be to have questions. They'll also be interested in learning whether you've taken measures to answer those questions on your own before asking them in the interview. Those questions you save for the end of the interview will stand out and likely say the most about you as a candidate. So, in preparation for your interview, make sure you have some original and memorable questions to ask and don't run out of questions before you get to the end.

Written by Samantha Brown on January 14th, 2024

What You Need to Know

During your interview, you'll be given an opportunity to ask about anything "that might be on your mind related to this position or the company. Feel free to ask for more details about the role, or about our company goals and values, how we are organized, how we work together or about anything else on your mind." According to one of the NY Times recruiters, this question presents you with an opportunity to put your best foot forward. "It's your turn to lead the conversation. In many ways, this is the most important part of the interview. Asking questions is an essential skill. A candidate who asks good questions reveals an interest and passion for the role that can't be faked. It shows they care enough about the opportunity to try to understand it fully. Smart, specific questions show that they have done their research in advance; that they are truly curious about what it might be like to work at The Times. And what they ask can help me learn more about them. I don't think it's a coincidence that my best hires have asked the most questions. Curiosity is a core characteristic."

Written by Kevin Downey on January 13th, 2024

Experienced Example

"I do have a few questions, and I read online that you like to keep the question and answer section of the interview to around ten minutes, so I'll try to move fast. What would the first 30 days look like for the person in this role? Does this position involve a lot of traveling? What do you enjoy most about working here? Another question, knowing how competitive and coveted a position at The New York Times is, I'd like to know if there are any red flags or concerns you have regarding any of the answers I've delivered in this interview. Having a chance to discuss them and clear anything up will give me the peace of mind of knowing I was thorough in answering all of your questions in this interview while leaving no stone unturned in performing at my best."

Written by Kevin Downey on January 13th, 2024

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