How to Ask Questions During a Job Interview

"Who is that hot babe in the picture?" isn't the type of reply an interviewer expects to hear when he or she invites you to ask questions near the end of an interview. In fact, the way you approach the Q&A session will have a direct impact on the interviewer's perception of you. Based on the questions you ask, a judgment will be made in regard to how interested you seem to be in working for the company.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

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   Ask yourself, What do I need to know about the company in order to determine if this is the workplace for me? How you answer this question depends on the career values that are important to you, and therefore, there isn't a right or wrong answer.

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   Make sure that you do not ask the "What's-in-it-for me?" type question. Though questions regarding salary, benefits, and vacation time are valid, the place to broach those topics is when an offer is on the table, not before.

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   Prepare well-thought-out, clear, and intelligent questions are the ones that leave a positive impression with the listener.

Tips & Warnings

• Take the time to evaluate what is important to you and form questions around those issues.

Resources

• Career Videos