Page 113 - John Kador - 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview-McGraw-Hill (2002)

INTERVIEW THE INTERVIEWER

? Memorably Good Question

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Do team members typically eat lunch together, or do they
typically eat at their workstations?

This question is a great indicator of how cohesive the team is.
If the candidate wants to contribute in a highly collaborative
atmosphere, he will likely feel isolated in a company where
people eat lunch by themselves.

Melanie Mays
Empyrean Consulting
Dallas, TX

to be their own mistakes. The downside is that if the incumbent left on
bad terms, you risk associating yourself with some negative vibes.
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From all I can see, I’d really like to work here, and I believe I can add
considerable value to the company.What’s the next step in the selection
process?
Express continued interest, ask for the job, and establish a time frame
for the next step.

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How does this position contribute to the company’s goals, productivity, or
profits?
This question demonstrates your acknowledgment that every position
must make a direct contribution to the company’s bottom line. Follow up
with a commitment to doing just that.

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What is currently the most pressing business issue or problem for the
company or department?
This is an opportunity to get into a very useful conversation about the
challenges you will be expected to face.

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