What Questions Do You Have For Me? – Part 2
I’m pretty passionate about the Q&A portion of an interview. It’s the time when a candidate can ask their recruiter pertinent questions and learn more about their future organization.
Although most candidates invest time preparing for the interview, researching the company, perhaps considering possible answers to interview questions, I find that many candidates neglect to consider the questions they will ask the recruiter.
Next Steps
In my previous blog, I was pretty specific about the questions that make me cringe, in this blog I’m not going to offer sample questions you can use during an interview, because no recruiter wants to answer the same exact questions from every single candidate. Instead I will offer areas of focus for the questions you extend to your recruiter.
It’s appropriate to ask questions about next steps and duration of the selection process. You’ll want to know how long it will take for a final decision and if a second or third interview should be expected. Receiving the answers to these questions during your interview will alleviate some anticipation stress later when you’re waiting for a final decision.
Performance & Recognition
I’m also a fan of questions that focus on how often you will be evaluated on the criteria that determines you’re successful in your new role. It’s also important to know how employees within your future organization are recognized for a job well done. The answers to these questions give valuable insight into an organization’s culture and could help you determine if the organization is truly a good fit for you.
Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
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