Page 202 - John Kador - 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview-McGraw-Hill (2002)

INDEX OF QUESTIONS

10-3
I understand the company has experienced layoffs within the last two
years. Can you review the reasons why they were necessary?

10-4
How were the layoffs handled in terms of notification, severance, out-
placement services, etc.?

10-5
Are there formal metrics in place for measuring and rewarding per-
formance over time?

10-6
How effectively has the company communicated its top three business
goals?

10-7
I am a hard worker. I expect to be around other hard-working people.
Am I going to be comfortable with the level of effort I find here?

10-8
Is the company’s training strategy linked to the company’s core business
objectives?

10-9
How does your firm handle recognition for a job well done?

10-10
When was the last time you rewarded a subordinate for his or her efforts?
What token of appreciation did you offer?

10-11
How does the firm recognize and learn from a brave attempt that didn’t
turn out quite as expected?

10-12
How much freedom would I have in determining my objectives and
deadlines?

10-13
How long has this position existed in the organization? Has its scope
changed recently?

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