If you think interviewing for a job is a one way street,
think again! This is a common misperception when in reality; you should ask
follow up questions. Asking questions not only shows a higher level of
interest, it also allows you to decide if the company fits your needs. When
asking questions, the type of question is really important. Be sure to ask thoughtful,
good questions. The biggest turn off for a recruiter is having no questions or only
asking about compensation. Need some
help? Check out a few suggested
questions below by Monster Staff Writer, Thad Peterson:
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1. Can you tell me about the culture here?
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Company culture can be a bit difficult to get a
handle on until you walk through the door and experience it yourself. The interview
is a great time to ask questions that reveal the company’s personality.
2. Would you mind telling me about how your career got to this point?
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This question is good on two levels: It gives
you a chance to learn a bit about potential coworkers or potential bosses, and
it's also a nice ego rub for the interviewer. “People love to talk about
themselves, so if you can get the interviewer talking about himself, you're one
step up,” explains Cooke.
3. Can you tell me about your management style?
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If you're interviewing with the person who may
be your boss, it's important to understand how he'll manage you and the people
around you.
The interviewer's answer to this question should reveal a few things. It
will give you a sense of some of the challenges you'll face if you end up
joining the team, as well as tell you how your potential coworkers handle
sticky questions. It may also provide some insight about how forthright they
are.
4. What’s your biggest source of job satisfaction?
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This question can help you understand both what
makes your potential workmates tick and what they think the company's strengths
are.
No matter how much research you do on a company, few can
give you greater insight into the company than the recruiter. So, don’t forget to interview the interviewer!
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