Good Questions
- What’s the makeup of the team as far as experience? Am I going to be a mentor, or will I be mentored?
- What does this company value the most, and how do you think my work for you will further these values?
- What kinds of processes are in place to help me work collaboratively?
- What attracted you to this company, and what do you think are its strengths and weaknesses?
- Can we schedule a performance review in three months?
- What are the most critical factors for success in your segment of the business?
- What can I bring Company XYZ to round out the team?
- In what area could your team use a little polishing?
- Do team members typically eat lunch together, or do they typically eat at their workstation?
- What’s the most important thing I can do to help within the first 90 days of my employment?
- My research shows that Company XYZ is your most aggressive competitor. Is that your judgment as well, and what steps are you taking to differentiate yourself?
- Do you have any questions or concerns about my ability to perform this job?
- When top performers leave the company, why do they leave and where do they usually go?
- What was the last fun thing that you did that wasn’t work-related?
- What do you see in me? What are my strongest assets and possible weaknesses? Do you have any concerns that I need to clear up in order to be the top candidate?
- You know, this position sounds like it’s something I’d really like to do. Is there a fit here?
- I think I’m good for the job. I really want the job. How can we work it out?
- Who are the “coolest” people on my team? What makes them cool? Can I meet them?