What do you know about our company?
Before your interview, you want to learn as much as you can about the company. You can read their website, visit the company, talk to staff, review online customer reviews, and follow their social media platforms. You want to learn its mission and vision, the types of projects they work on, the CEO, when the company was founded, and the company culture. When responding, try to add something unique about the company that shows you did thorough research and did not just skim over their website. The interviewer wants to see that you have done your homework and will be impressed with your in-depth knowledge of their company.
You want to avoid answering that you do not know much about the company, showing you did not do your research. If you do not know much about the company, the interviewer will see that you lack interest in learning about the company and will most likely pass you over for someone with more enthusiasm for learning.
"I know your company is the 10th largest contractor in the United States, with plans to expand into Canada. Founded in 1897, your company is a fifth-generation, family-owned operation with James Buckley currently overseeing operations. Mr. Buckley believes in delivering exceptional customer service while upholding the highest safety, quality, and ethics standards. Your company has received numerous awards for its commitment to providing green construction and sustainability through economically viable and socially responsible practices. For these reasons, I am excited to be interviewing for this position, and I look forward to the opportunity to be a part of your award-winning team."
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