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FEEDBACK QUESTIONS

emphasize some countervailing strengths, or correct the mispercep-
tion. In general, if you’re missing some skills, it’s better to acknowl-
edge the fact and talk about how you propose to cure the defect.
Honesty will score points.

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If you had any concerns about hiring me, what would they be?
This is similar to the other questions asking for the objections, but
softened by the hypothetical “if.” The question has the added benefi t

of suggesting that your qualifications are so complete that the inter-

viewer’s concerns about your qualifications are a purely theoretical
concept.
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How do you like me so far?
A cheeky question at its best, but if said with a smile and a light tone
of voice, it might work. Use sparingly.

? Memorably Good Question

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I am really interested in this opportunity and think I would
add value in A, B, and C. Do you have any reservations that I
can address?
I teach this “million-dollar” interview question to alumni to
help them nail the interview and get the job. Fill in A, B, and
C from what you learned in the interview. This question gives
you the opportunity to address any concerns before you walk
out of the interview. It’s the question that helped get me a job.
Kathryn Ullrich
Associate Director of Alumni Career
Services
UCLA Anderson School of
Management
Los Angeles, CA

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