Going for a job interview? Don't just answer, ask!

Always remember: you're not just here to impress, you're here to be impressed, says Tech in Asia

Much has been said about what to answer to tough or typical interview questions. Most of us spend hours rehearsing answers to questions like “Where do you see yourself in 10 years?” or “What makes you a good fit for this company?” But have you spent time thinking about what to ask?

Here are five questions that can help you do just that.

Aside from the job requirements mentioned, what other skills or traits would help me as an employee of this company?

You must have applied for this job because your resume and experience meet the qualifications. That’s great. But going for an interview is also the time to gauge whether your personality will work well with your potential colleagues.

Why is this position vacant?

This might seem like an uncomfortable question to ask, but finding out whether the person before you left because of overwork, or moved up the ranks after a promotion, gives you a glimpse of what to expect. 

What is the career path like?

You might be afraid to sound eager with this question, but if you have career ambitions, this is an answer you’d want to hear. If you are eyeing to work at a startup, you might not get the typical “after two years, you can get promoted” answer. 

What is the company’s long-term goal?

Or better yet, ask about a specific timeline. It is especially critical for tech and startup companies to a have good idea of what they want to achieve, and when they expect to get there because of the limited runway they have. 

What do you love most about working here? 

Asking this question is an opportunity to connect on a deeper level, and to get a unique perspective about the company and its people. 

 

Always remember: you’re not just here to impress, you’re here to be impressed. This is an excerpt from the article published on Tech In Asia. You can read the full article here