If I ask the interviewer questions like how long they have been working for the company or do they like working here or even how they got to their position, would that be considered rude?
I want to be able to stand out from others at an interview.
2007-11-29 07:38:09 · 22 answers · asked by flatfoot 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I wouldn't consider those questions rude. I conduct a lot of interviews and I like the candidates who ask questions. It shows they have a genuine interest in the company and position.
Also, do your research about the company. Ask informed questions.
The *worst* thing is for me to ask the candidate if they have any questions for me and they say "no"
2007-11-29 07:43:42 · answer #1 · answered by Pete J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are certain things that an interviewer needs to find out in an applicant, sometimes they ask certain question that are totally unexpected to draw out some emotional/psychological response from the interviewee. I don't think there was a mistake, otherwise the interviewer will not repeat the question. Sometimes, believe it or not, based on the requirement of the job, companies place restrictions on sex, marital status, age, sometimes single parenthood and sometimes specify right handed applicant only, height, weight, and etc. You might find this to be very discriminatory but this is a fact, when designing a job requirement, they consider the pay, benefits, the work station, machineries, environment, working hours, and of course skills, knowledge etc., some companies even hire phychologist, physiologist and other professional to get it right, in order to get an optimum level of performance from the employee. The more stringent or complex the requirement the higher the pay. I will not worry about it if I where you. If ever they offered you this job and as you said it is great then take it. This company shows, that they know what they are looking for. Good Luck!!!
2016-05-26 22:19:50 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why on earth would you ask an interviewer that? This isn't about her! This is about you and the company. It's perfectly ok to ask questions about the company such as average turnover, working environment, and how someone would advance in the company. But absolutely do not ask anything about her personally! It's very rude and inappropriate for a job interview.
That type of information would be gained in an informational interview, but I am assuming this is a job interview, right?
You would certainly stand out!
But I'm thinking you're going because you actually want the job.
2007-11-29 07:44:14 · answer #3 · answered by AJ 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
No, it isn't rude as long as you aren't invasive. At the end of the interview, they will ask you if you have any questions. This is where you say, "yes, actually I do. I am really interested in working here and knowing more about the work environment. Would you mind telling me how you got started with the company?"
2007-11-29 07:43:47 · answer #4 · answered by kiddkosmic 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it is good if you are trying to get a sense of the work culture and it helps you form a bond with the interviewer. Plus people love talking about themselves and you should let the interviewer do more than 50% of the talking in an interview
2007-11-29 07:49:03 · answer #5 · answered by Snarf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the most part one has to remember who the interviewer is and who is the interviewee. It is easy to stand out from other in an interview, but what good does that do you if you stand out like an aggressive idiot? The interviewer has his position, I don't think that during the interview it is the time and place for you to bring up the interviewer's past. Who is trying to get the job here?
2007-11-29 07:44:36 · answer #6 · answered by dumb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't really consider those personal questions, as they really do pertain to how much you might enjoy working for that company and how your career there could grow and develop.
At the same time, I doubt that those questions alone will make you stand out in an interview from other candidates. You really want to be able to sell yourself and your skills and show how the company will benefit/profit if they choose to hire you.
2007-11-29 07:43:20 · answer #7 · answered by peytonbarclay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as the questions are related to the company, its fine. You are interviewing the company as much as they are interviewing you. They should be prepared for any type of question, and it all helps you figure out if this company is right for you.
2007-11-29 07:47:39 · answer #8 · answered by bellereve04 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO.. ask away.. those are't really "personal" questions. those are GREAT questions. Also, think of questions based on the information they tell you. It shows that you are truly interested in the job..
Also, make sure you are dressed for the interview. No Jeans, NO t-shirts, No Tennis shoes, No hats.. NO TIGHT CLOTHES!! IF you only knew how many people I overlooked for a position just because they were not dressed for success.
GOOD LUCK
2007-11-29 07:50:43 · answer #9 · answered by mealong2003 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's risky. Questions about the firm are OK to a point, but it is hard to understand how getting personal addresses the purpose at hand, which is the mutual evaluation of the suitability of the position for you and vice verse. A better way to stand out is to be well prepared, confident, and friendly. Believe it or not, most aren't.
2007-11-29 07:42:17 · answer #10 · answered by Fafeom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋