...to make them go blank for a atleast 30 seconds before they can answer.... Just so that they know how it feels? No rude answers- real smart upbeat ones please
2006-09-06 00:56:06 · 32 answers · asked by antagonist 5 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Ok ask this.
"I understand that you are seeing other people for this role. Are you expecting to see anything in them that you have not seen in me?"
2006-09-06 01:15:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here are some questions you can ask:
Why is this position available?
Is this a new position? How long has this position existed?
How many people have held this position in the last two years?
Who would be my supervisor? To whom would I report?
Whom will I supervise?
With whom will I be working most closely?
What do you like about working for this company?
What are the current plans for expansion or cutbacks?
What kind of turnover rate does the company have?
How financially sound is this company?
What projects and assignments will I be working on?
What happened to the person that held this position before? Was he promoted or fired?
What is this company's culture? (Ex: Is it rigid and formal or relaxed and flexible?)
What are the current problems facing the company (or my department)?
What do you like the most about working for this company? The least?
What is the philosophy of the company?
What do you consider to be the company's strengths and weaknesses?
What are the company's long and short term goals?
Describe the work environment.
What attracted you (the interviewer) to this organization?
Why do you enjoy working for this company?
Describe the typical responsibilities of the position.
What are the most challenging aspects of the position?
Describe the opportunities for training and professional development.
Will I receive any formal training?
What is the company's promotional policy?
Are there opportunities for advancement within the organization?
When can I expect to hear from you?
Ending the Job Interview: If you're interested in the position, let the interviewer know this by stating at the end of the interview: "I am very interested in this position. Is there anything that prevents you from offering me this position right now?" Don't forget to send a follow up letter immediately afterward the job interview.
2006-09-06 01:14:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless the question has something to do with the specific company or job you're interviewing for, you never want to leave an interviewer speechless to a question. If you don't think they know how it feels to be the one in your chair, you're absolutely incorrect. Every single one of them have been there at least once. And, frankly, if you do manage to ask them a question they can't answer, it's probably not somewhere you want to work.
Be careful that you don't talk yourself right out the door for coming off like a smart alec.
2006-09-06 01:44:01 · answer #3 · answered by cgspitfire 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are what I asked when I was a school-leaver
1> What is the pension scheme ( they think you aren't going to change jobs soon.
2> What is your companies policy on unions. - have your follow on comments suitable for any answer ( unless you already know)
What I should of asked was should I come to the second day of interviews. I had passed but they didn't tell me and I didn't ask.
Silly me.
Another tip: Expect to get the job, then you will get it. Don't expect to get it and you be right.
2006-09-06 01:18:34 · answer #4 · answered by jewelking_2000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've used this and it is a killer:
"How does your company encourage healthy working relationships between your employees whilst still protecting the rights of the individual, especially between managers/supervisors and their teams?"
They won't know how to answer that as if they go to in depth they have probably had sexual harassment claims laid against them. Its a really good way to find out if there are any sleaze bags in the company! Good luck with your interview!
2006-09-06 01:11:26 · answer #5 · answered by Ria K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hmm, a lot of times, it depends on the company. You could ask questions relating to the company's financials. For example, what was the profit margin did xyz company make for the last quarter?
Or, ask questions relating to the company's health insurance benefits (if available).
Depending on the interviewer's personality, you might also want to ask what his/her long term goals of the organization were, and if they had been met.
Just a few suggestions...good luck!
2006-09-06 01:01:06 · answer #6 · answered by nicole_d82 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Just keep positive, only talk when spoken to, If by chance you havent already been asked if there are any questions tyou would like to asked, then finish with asking them, ending the last question with 'thats all the questions i have for now, thank-you'.
Good luck hun, i know its hard, been there dont that x
2006-09-06 01:09:57 · answer #7 · answered by nancy a 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never manage to get those sorts of Qs. Instead, I seem to be the one going blank for 30 secs.
2006-09-06 02:46:58 · answer #8 · answered by scallywag 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is their vision for the company over the next year?
How will their group play into the overall corporate strategy of success in the coming year.
2006-09-06 01:07:10 · answer #9 · answered by words_smith_4u 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Where did you get that lovely tie from as the bright shocking coulors will suit my drop out of a husband into getting a job
If a Lady
Ask how she got to her position with a face like that
2006-09-06 01:21:47 · answer #10 · answered by alismudge 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
make sure you've answered all the ones he or she has asked then say something like " well, i thik that's everything answered i guess i should leave it up to you."
that way he or she can see whether your qualified for the job and maybe be able to interview others in the job too! make sure he can read your facial expressions, that way he or she can see that your a good communication person.
2006-09-06 01:09:47 · answer #11 · answered by bb7fan77 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋