How to Answer: What questions do you have for me?
10. What questions do you have for me?
What You Need to Know
It's always a great idea to have questions ready for the interviewer. Review the company website and other online resources to ensure the queries you have are not mundane, or redundant. The last thing an interviewer wants to hear is a list of items you could have found the answers for from merely watching a video on their company site!
Here are some sample questions:
- When would you like to have this position filled?
- How long has this role been vacant?
- Is this a replacement search or a newly created role?
- What is your favorite part about working here?
- What is the company's primary goal for this position in the next 12 months?
- Is there anything from my background and experience that I can clarify for you?
- What do you see as the most significant change in this industry over the past three years?
- Is there any reason why you would not hire me?
Written by Christine Pasqueretta
Sales Example
"Thank you for asking - I do have a few questions. What is top of mind when it comes to filling this role? Also, what types of career growth opportunities would follow this position? And lastly, do you have internal candidates who are also interviewing for this position?"
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
Retail Example
"I would like to ask if there is anything in my background on which you need clarification? Also, after discussing everything today, is there any particular reason why I would not be the best fit for this executive assistant role?"
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
Marketing Example
"A few questions come to mind, so thank you for asking. What's the next market the company is looking to tackle? I know you're launching a bottled beverage soon, so I wonder what is next."
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
Teacher Example
"I appreciate you opening the floor for questions. I am wondering what your timeline is for a decision on this opening? Also, what was the biggest struggle the last educator encountered in this role?"
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
Manager Example
"Thank you for asking! A couple of questions come to mind. What do you see as the biggest challenge your company will be facing in the next 12 months? Also, what is your employee turnover rate, and could you tell me a bit about the retention plan you currently have in place?"
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
Admin Example
"I would like to ask if there is anything in my background on which you need clarification? Also, after discussing everything today, is there any particular reason why I would not be the best fit for this executive assistant role?"
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 5th, 2020
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Can you tell me about the branch and how successful it has been?
What kind of goals are expected?
And lastly what kind of a time frame are you looking at to fill this position?"
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What are the key challenges you have faced in the last three months?
What do you hope will happen in the first three months with this person on board?
Are they any achievements or best practices you would like to see sustained?"
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Can you tell me about the team?
What are the company's goals for the future?"
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