11 BEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO ASK AT YOUR NEXT JOB INTERVIEW - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / 11 BEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO ASK AT YOUR NEXT JOB INTERVIEW - Introvert Whisperer 11 BEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO ASK AT YOUR NEXT JOB INTERVIEW This article was originally published on textbooks.com. “So, do you have any questions for us?” At the end of your job interview, after you’ve been peppered with interview questions like “Tell me about yourself” and “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?,” you will undoubtedly get asked if  you  have any questions. And the answer is definitely yes. This part of the job interview is the perfect opportunity to show that you did your research, that you’re passionately interested in the position, and most importantly, to see if this is the best next step for you.   You should prepare 5 to 10 questions to ask of the people you’ll be meeting. To get the most out of your time, some interview questions you’ll only need to ask once â€" like, “What is the team structure?” â€" but don’t hesitate to ask the same questions of several people. After all, each employee has a different experience and point of view. A good sign is hearing consistency in the positives â€" and you’ll appreciate being tipped off to conflicting responses, which can imply disorganization or lack of communication (never a good sign). Take in the interviewer’s responses, ask follow-ups as needed (i.e., show off your listening skills), and, of course, do a quick “me” pitch back at them. The job involves overtime or the occasional weekend? “Great! I’m whole-heartedly committed to my performance, my team’s performance, and the success of the company. I worked a lot of weekends at my last company, a start-up, and the hard work paid off. We increased sales by 12%.” Or, “Oh, you’re going to need a full audit of 8 client budgets in the next 6 months? We did it in 4 months at my last job.” Again, the interview is not over at this point â€" you still have ample opportunity to show them why you are the best candidate for the job. To help with your job interview preparation, we talked with 11 recruiters, hiring experts, and career coaches on the best questions to ask in a job interview â€" the ones that will give you the keen insights into your (hopefully) new role and the company. What is a typical day like? “It not only allows you to understand the structure of the position, but the work/life balance. Also, who you’d be interacting with, daily success metrics, and whether this position is highly structured and micromanaged or operates more independently with full decision making authority.” - Kim Monaghan, Career Happiness Coach at  KBMCoaching.com What are the most important projects/priorities for this role/team in the next 3-6 months?   “This question works well for a couple of reasons. 1) It shows the interviewer that you are truly interested in the work and how you can make a difference if hired. 2)  It helps you get a better idea of the day-to-day work and major success metrics to make sure the role is a good fit. 3) It can be asked in just about every job interview and can even be asked of each individual that you interview with at the same company â€" often people view the role from different perspectives.” - Pamela Skillings, Coaching Career Counselor at  BigInterview.com What is the number 1 characteristic you want in the person you’re going to hire?   “I like this question because there is a good chance they won’t tell you the academic, rational stuff that they put in the job description. This is why its hidden information that is vital to the job seeker. It makes the hiring manager think about what they really are looking for. It also sets you up to find subtle ways of reinforcing those qualities as you respond to further interview questions.” - CAREER ACCELERATION Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable. Get your copy now and start your action plan today! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer