Do you ask Smart Questions During Any Job Interview?

2015-12-15T08:50:57-05:00

Do you ask Smart Questions During Any Job Interview?

In your next job interview, your line of questioning should aim to achieve three kinds of larger goals.

RP Members looking or interviewing for that next job here are some great questions to have at the ready!

http://taskandpurpose.com/smart-questions-you-should-be-asking-during-any-job-interview/

There are two good reasons to ask questions during an interview: It demonstrates your intelligence, ambition, and knowledge of the company, and, just as importantly, it ensures that you’re interviewing for the right job at the right company.

From there your line of questioning should aim to achieve three kinds of larger goals.

Make you look better as a candidate.
Show your interest in the company and position.
Ensure the job is the right one for you.

We’ll give you 3-4 questions from each group, which should be more than enough to cover you on most job interviews. And remember, it is okay to write down the questions you want to ask before the interview, and to pull out a tablet or notepad to reference when the time comes. This demonstrates that you prepared before walking into that room.

Smart Questions You Should Be Asking During Any Job Interview

In your next job interview, your line of questioning should aim to achieve three kinds of larger goals.

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Dec 15 at 2015 8:52 AM

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COL Mikel J. Burroughs after listening to what the interviewer has to say it may be wise to ask smart questions which show you have an in-depth knowledge of the company you are interviewing with.
I always recommend learning as much as you can about the prospective company/business's history, public goals, partnering organizations and major products/services offered.
Being prepared to discuss what you can bring to them in terms of skills, experience and speaking capability can be very useful.
The primary purpose of interviews is to screen for potential and identify great candidates with significant potential to benefit the company.

Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Dec 15 at 2015 10:28 AM

2015-12-15T10:28:13-05:00

Great information, thank you for sharing!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 15 at 2015 10:41 AM

2015-12-15T10:41:04-05:00

It's incredibly smart to ask questions during a job interview! I recommend asking 3-5 questions, and make you write the replies down!! Especially if it's a technical question. Researching the organization and talking intelligently about it is key to any successful interview, and asking questions demonstrates more than glancing knowledge. Asking a question about benefits/compensation isn't out of bounds, just do so professionally. Also, asking when you may hear about a decision isn't out of the question either. Remember to get contact info, and send thanks you cards. Those still make a difference!

Response by SSG Thomas Gallegos made Dec 15 at 2015 1:03 PM

2015-12-15T13:03:34-05:00

I walk away believing I do then ask myself why didn't ask this one. A surprising question is when you ask the company why they would like to hire you.

Response by PO1 John Miller made Dec 15 at 2015 7:24 PM

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Yes, I always ask "smart" questions during an interview. I've turned down at least one job based off questions I asked during my interview, because I determined that the position wasn't a good fit for me. Even if it was a job I could do and do well!

Response by SFC Jim Mergott made Dec 15 at 2015 9:02 PM

2015-12-15T21:02:05-05:00

This is excellent info for anyone looking for work.I think the key word here is "smart" questions. I have actually not hired individuals because they tried to turn the table and interview me. They did this by asking aggressive questions in combination with bad body language. Just food for thought fellow veterans and job seekers.

Response by SGT Lawrence Corser made Dec 15 at 2015 9:15 PM

2015-12-15T21:15:53-05:00

I think they are, sometimes the interviewer is thrown off or gets defensive.