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What are good questions to ask future employers during the interview process? #spring25
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Doc Frick
Career Coach and Mentor
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California, CA
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Doc’s Answer
Sophia as your interview wraps up, the interviewer will more than likely ask you, “Do you have any questions for me/us?” This is your chance to express continued interest in the company/job, get any specific questions answered, and learn more about the company and the interviewer(s). Always be prepared with 4-5 questions to ask – however, keep in mind that you may not have time to ask them all. Here are a few of my favorite questions to ask:
✅ TELL ME ABOUT YOUR MOST SUCCESSFUL EMPLOYEES. WHAT DO THEY DO DIFFERENTLY?
The answer to this question will help you understand how the company and your manager defines success and what specific behaviors can lead to that success. In one fell swoop you’ll have a blueprint to what success means to the company and how you can better achieve it.
✅ WHAT ARE THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT?
This can help you to understand the structure of the organization and if there are opportunities to move up and advance your career. It’s also a great way of finding out about different ways to progress or move into different roles Also, it could help you to learn if they offered continued training or professional development for employees.
✅ WHAT'S THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE YOU SEE FOR THE COMPANY IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS?
To leave a good impression on a potential employer, ask a unique question that relates to trending topics in the industry and how they relate to the job and the company. Ideally, your questions should illustrate that you’re a switched-on person who has a genuine interest in the company and has already put thought into the role. Asking an original question also shows you’re a good cultural fit for their team.
✅ WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT WORKING HERE?
You can learn a lot by the way interviewers respond to this question. People who genuinely enjoy their jobs and the company will usually have several things they can cite without a lot of thought, and will usually sound sincere. But if you get a blank stare or a long silence before your interviewer answers, or the answer is something like “the paycheck,” consider that a red flag. And, of course, if everyone raves about the company happy hours and frequent team-building events and you’re an introvert who prefers to mostly keep to yourself, that’s useful info to take into account too.
✅ HOW QUICKLY ARE YOU LOOKING TO FILL THIS POSITION?
This is an excellent question. You’re going to want to know if you’ll learn the status of this position soon, such as in a few days or weeks, or if you'll have to wait longer. It also shows that you’re interested in taking on the job.
🛑 NEVER ASK THESE QUESTIONS DURING A INTERVIEW
• What does this company do?
• Do you check references?
• Do you do background checks?
• Do you do drug tests?
• Do you check my social media accounts?
• How often do I get raises?
• How much vacation do I get?
• Can I work from home?
• Is there a dress code?
• Are there any other job openings?
✅ TELL ME ABOUT YOUR MOST SUCCESSFUL EMPLOYEES. WHAT DO THEY DO DIFFERENTLY?
The answer to this question will help you understand how the company and your manager defines success and what specific behaviors can lead to that success. In one fell swoop you’ll have a blueprint to what success means to the company and how you can better achieve it.
✅ WHAT ARE THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT?
This can help you to understand the structure of the organization and if there are opportunities to move up and advance your career. It’s also a great way of finding out about different ways to progress or move into different roles Also, it could help you to learn if they offered continued training or professional development for employees.
✅ WHAT'S THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE YOU SEE FOR THE COMPANY IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS?
To leave a good impression on a potential employer, ask a unique question that relates to trending topics in the industry and how they relate to the job and the company. Ideally, your questions should illustrate that you’re a switched-on person who has a genuine interest in the company and has already put thought into the role. Asking an original question also shows you’re a good cultural fit for their team.
✅ WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT WORKING HERE?
You can learn a lot by the way interviewers respond to this question. People who genuinely enjoy their jobs and the company will usually have several things they can cite without a lot of thought, and will usually sound sincere. But if you get a blank stare or a long silence before your interviewer answers, or the answer is something like “the paycheck,” consider that a red flag. And, of course, if everyone raves about the company happy hours and frequent team-building events and you’re an introvert who prefers to mostly keep to yourself, that’s useful info to take into account too.
✅ HOW QUICKLY ARE YOU LOOKING TO FILL THIS POSITION?
This is an excellent question. You’re going to want to know if you’ll learn the status of this position soon, such as in a few days or weeks, or if you'll have to wait longer. It also shows that you’re interested in taking on the job.
🛑 NEVER ASK THESE QUESTIONS DURING A INTERVIEW
• What does this company do?
• Do you check references?
• Do you do background checks?
• Do you do drug tests?
• Do you check my social media accounts?
• How often do I get raises?
• How much vacation do I get?
• Can I work from home?
• Is there a dress code?
• Are there any other job openings?
Thank You Lisa. Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day.
Doc Frick
Karima MOUELHI
Learning and development
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Tunis, Tunisia
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Karima’s Answer
Asking good questions in an interview not only shows you're prepared, but also helps you figure out if the job is the right fit for you. Here are some general questions you can ask a future employer during an interview, especially as a student or someone early in their career( with recommendations to tailor your questions to the company and to the interviewer profile :
💼 About the Role:
What are the biggest challenges someone in this position might face?
What would success look like in the first 6 months or year?
🌱 Learning & Growth
What opportunities are there for training and development?
How do you support interns/new hires in getting up to speed?
Are there opportunities for full-time roles after the internship?
🤝 Team & Culture
Can you tell me about the team I’d be working with?
How would you describe the company culture?
How do team members typically collaborate here?
🙋♀️ Wrap-Up Question
Is there anything about my background or resume that gives you pause or that you’d like me to clarify?
(This last one is powerful—it gives you a chance to clear up any doubts and shows you're open to feedback.)
💼 About the Role:
What are the biggest challenges someone in this position might face?
What would success look like in the first 6 months or year?
🌱 Learning & Growth
What opportunities are there for training and development?
How do you support interns/new hires in getting up to speed?
Are there opportunities for full-time roles after the internship?
🤝 Team & Culture
Can you tell me about the team I’d be working with?
How would you describe the company culture?
How do team members typically collaborate here?
🙋♀️ Wrap-Up Question
Is there anything about my background or resume that gives you pause or that you’d like me to clarify?
(This last one is powerful—it gives you a chance to clear up any doubts and shows you're open to feedback.)
Roujean Sabouri
Director of Sales Enablement
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Los Angeles, California
Updated
Roujean’s Answer
Great interviews go both ways—you're not just trying to impress them; you're also making sure this is the right place for you. Here are some smart questions to ask, along with why they matter. You don’t need to ask all of these—pick the ones that matter most to you. Interviews aren’t just about getting a job—they’re about finding the right one.
🧠 Culture & Team Dynamics
You’ll be spending a lot of time with your team—these questions help you understand what it will feel like to actually work there.
How would you describe the team culture here?
→ This gives you insight into whether the environment is collaborative, fast-paced, laid-back, etc.—and whether it fits your style.
What types of people tend to be successful on this team?
→ Helps you figure out if your strengths and personality will thrive here.
Can you tell me about a time the team overcame a challenge together?
→ A great way to learn how the team communicates and supports each other when things get tough.
📈 Growth & Development
You want a job that helps you grow—not one where you feel stuck. These questions show you’re thinking long term.
What does growth look like in this role over the next year or two?
→ This helps you see if there’s a clear path forward, or if the role might be a dead end.
How does the company support learning and development?
→ Whether it’s mentorship, training, or courses, this shows how the company invests in its people.
What have others in this role gone on to do next?
→ Helps you understand the trajectory and what kind of doors this role could open.
🧭 Role Expectations & Success
Clear expectations mean fewer surprises and a better chance of success. These questions show you're serious about doing well.
What does success in this role look like in the first 3-6 months?
→ Gives you a target to aim for—and shows you’re already thinking about impact.
What are the biggest challenges someone in this role might face?
→ Prepares you for the realities of the job and helps you assess if you’re ready for them.
How is feedback typically given and received here?
→ Tells you a lot about the company’s communication style and how open they are to growth and improvement.
🔍 For You to Get Clarity
These are personal and reflective—helpful for deciding if this job and company align with your values and needs.
What do you personally enjoy most about working here?
→ You’ll get a feel for how genuine their culture is—and whether people actually like being there.
Is there anything on my resume or in my experience that gives you pause?
→ This is a brave question. It gives you a chance to clarify or explain anything they’re unsure about before the interview ends.
🧠 Culture & Team Dynamics
You’ll be spending a lot of time with your team—these questions help you understand what it will feel like to actually work there.
How would you describe the team culture here?
→ This gives you insight into whether the environment is collaborative, fast-paced, laid-back, etc.—and whether it fits your style.
What types of people tend to be successful on this team?
→ Helps you figure out if your strengths and personality will thrive here.
Can you tell me about a time the team overcame a challenge together?
→ A great way to learn how the team communicates and supports each other when things get tough.
📈 Growth & Development
You want a job that helps you grow—not one where you feel stuck. These questions show you’re thinking long term.
What does growth look like in this role over the next year or two?
→ This helps you see if there’s a clear path forward, or if the role might be a dead end.
How does the company support learning and development?
→ Whether it’s mentorship, training, or courses, this shows how the company invests in its people.
What have others in this role gone on to do next?
→ Helps you understand the trajectory and what kind of doors this role could open.
🧭 Role Expectations & Success
Clear expectations mean fewer surprises and a better chance of success. These questions show you're serious about doing well.
What does success in this role look like in the first 3-6 months?
→ Gives you a target to aim for—and shows you’re already thinking about impact.
What are the biggest challenges someone in this role might face?
→ Prepares you for the realities of the job and helps you assess if you’re ready for them.
How is feedback typically given and received here?
→ Tells you a lot about the company’s communication style and how open they are to growth and improvement.
🔍 For You to Get Clarity
These are personal and reflective—helpful for deciding if this job and company align with your values and needs.
What do you personally enjoy most about working here?
→ You’ll get a feel for how genuine their culture is—and whether people actually like being there.
Is there anything on my resume or in my experience that gives you pause?
→ This is a brave question. It gives you a chance to clarify or explain anything they’re unsure about before the interview ends.
Elisha C
Customer Success
2
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Washington, Washington
Updated
Elisha’s Answer
My personal favorite question to ask: What is a time that the organization failed at a goal it had set out to accomplish and how did the leadership team react?"
Understand the culture when a team fails is just as important as understanding how they act when they win.
Understand the culture when a team fails is just as important as understanding how they act when they win.
Misha D'Andrea
Learning + Development
55
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New York, NY
Updated
Misha’s Answer
Hi Sophia,
Here are our go to questions for potential employers during an interview:
1. Why is the role open?
2. What are the day-to-day responsibilities like?
3. The online presence of [Company] showcases a culture of [fill in the blank with research]. In your own words, how would you describe the company culture?
4. What is the most important deliverable in the first 6 months? How will success be measured?
5. Why are you (the interviewer) with the company and why do you stay?
6. Is there anything needed for the role (skills/competency/experience wise) that I have not demonstrated so far that I could provide more context or information on?
Courtesy of Cloudera New Hires: Michelle, Katie, Joe, and Jeri
Here are our go to questions for potential employers during an interview:
1. Why is the role open?
2. What are the day-to-day responsibilities like?
3. The online presence of [Company] showcases a culture of [fill in the blank with research]. In your own words, how would you describe the company culture?
4. What is the most important deliverable in the first 6 months? How will success be measured?
5. Why are you (the interviewer) with the company and why do you stay?
6. Is there anything needed for the role (skills/competency/experience wise) that I have not demonstrated so far that I could provide more context or information on?
Courtesy of Cloudera New Hires: Michelle, Katie, Joe, and Jeri
Pam Taylor
4
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Orange, California
Updated
Pam’s Answer
Here are some good questions to ask:
1. What are the most important tasks your team needs from this role?
2. Do you have any concerns about my fit or experience that I can address now?
3. What does success in this role look like after one year?
4. What common obstacles might hinder success in this role?
The questions you ask say a lot about you. They show your thought process and if you're someone they can trust on their team.
1. What are the most important tasks your team needs from this role?
2. Do you have any concerns about my fit or experience that I can address now?
3. What does success in this role look like after one year?
4. What common obstacles might hinder success in this role?
The questions you ask say a lot about you. They show your thought process and if you're someone they can trust on their team.
Danielle Cocozza
2
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New York, New York
Updated
Danielle’s Answer
1. What does an average day of (enter your prospective position) look like?
2. What made you choose this career?
3. What differentiates a good candidate from a great candidate?
4. How can I be successful in this role?
5. How does this role help me grow professionally?
6. How is feedback given in this role?
2. What made you choose this career?
3. What differentiates a good candidate from a great candidate?
4. How can I be successful in this role?
5. How does this role help me grow professionally?
6. How is feedback given in this role?
Bani M
Senior Program Manager
1
Answer
Orange, California
Updated
Bani’s Answer
Hello,
I help people get ready for interviews by coaching and mentoring them. I've also spoken at different industry events. I am a Senior Leader in IT and have co-founded a news media channel.
Here are some important questions candidates can ask during interviews:
1. What is the company’s plan for growth, and how does this role help achieve it?
2. Are there any upcoming plans to use AI or Generative AI tools in your work or services?
3. With AI changing fast, how does the company plan to adapt in terms of technology, innovation, and workforce changes?
4. What are the top five challenges the company is trying to solve right now?
I help people get ready for interviews by coaching and mentoring them. I've also spoken at different industry events. I am a Senior Leader in IT and have co-founded a news media channel.
Here are some important questions candidates can ask during interviews:
1. What is the company’s plan for growth, and how does this role help achieve it?
2. Are there any upcoming plans to use AI or Generative AI tools in your work or services?
3. With AI changing fast, how does the company plan to adapt in terms of technology, innovation, and workforce changes?
4. What are the top five challenges the company is trying to solve right now?
Randi Sue Hauff
Consulting
7
Answers
Atoka, Oklahoma
Updated
Randi Sue’s Answer
At the end of most interviews, it’s common for the interviewer to ask, “Do you have any questions for us?” It’s important to be prepared for this moment with thoughtful questions, as it demonstrates your interest in the role and helps you determine if the job and company are a good fit. As a long-time human resources professional, I’ve found the following candidate questions to be especially insightful:
What does a typical day look like in this role?
How is success measured here?
What opportunities are there for growth and learning?
Can you describe the team I’d be working with?
What are the biggest challenges facing the team right now?
In addition to preparing questions, these interview tips can help you make a strong impression:
Research the company and role in advance
Dress appropriately for the interview
Arrive on time
Bring copies of your resume
Practice answering common interview questions
Highlight your relevant skills and experiences
Be confident and attentive
Listen carefully to the interviewer
Follow up with a thank-you note after the interview
Practice interviewing
Prepare answers for difficult common questions
Dress professionally
What does a typical day look like in this role?
How is success measured here?
What opportunities are there for growth and learning?
Can you describe the team I’d be working with?
What are the biggest challenges facing the team right now?
In addition to preparing questions, these interview tips can help you make a strong impression:
Research the company and role in advance
Dress appropriately for the interview
Arrive on time
Bring copies of your resume
Practice answering common interview questions
Highlight your relevant skills and experiences
Be confident and attentive
Listen carefully to the interviewer
Follow up with a thank-you note after the interview
Randi Sue recommends the following next steps:
Brian Dittman
Electrical Specialist
9
Answers
Kissimmee, Florida
Updated
Brian’s Answer
Hey Sophia!
I recently got a new position and was complimented about the questions I asked because let us be honest, there's a lot of questions they probably hear day after day. I don't know what kind of area of employment you are aiming for but when it comes to the interview process, they never really seem to focus on the job itself, here are just a list of questions that I ask, and you can pick and choose to form your own interview around yourself.
"What are the promotional capabilities of your company?" - Let's be honest, career driven people are probably the most sought-after employees because it shows that you are willing to commit a future at their company, no one, even bad employers, wants to go through endless interview processes every year. Also, if the company can give you a path to a place you want to be, you need to know those answers.
"What is the basic day for this position" - Another great question because if we can meet your expectations it, we can go above them, or at least know what the average day will look like.
"What are your favorite parts of working for the company?" - The Interviewer is an interviewer for a reason, if you can connect yourself with them, that might be the make or break on getting the job. For example my interviewer was in the same Union I was in our past career so we were able to connect with that bit of information and now I work under him. Even though our locals were states apart it was able to a staple in his memory when selecting the final decisions. (Maybe same college, same after school programs, etc.)
"What can I do to make sure I succeed in this role?" - Nothing really special just everything to make sure you succeed.
"Do you have any additional questions for me?"
I'm sure there is alot more I can think of but the main point I want to do is never say "I have no questions" or at the very least ask for an email so if you do have additional questions you would be able to find out.
I recently got a new position and was complimented about the questions I asked because let us be honest, there's a lot of questions they probably hear day after day. I don't know what kind of area of employment you are aiming for but when it comes to the interview process, they never really seem to focus on the job itself, here are just a list of questions that I ask, and you can pick and choose to form your own interview around yourself.
"What are the promotional capabilities of your company?" - Let's be honest, career driven people are probably the most sought-after employees because it shows that you are willing to commit a future at their company, no one, even bad employers, wants to go through endless interview processes every year. Also, if the company can give you a path to a place you want to be, you need to know those answers.
"What is the basic day for this position" - Another great question because if we can meet your expectations it, we can go above them, or at least know what the average day will look like.
"What are your favorite parts of working for the company?" - The Interviewer is an interviewer for a reason, if you can connect yourself with them, that might be the make or break on getting the job. For example my interviewer was in the same Union I was in our past career so we were able to connect with that bit of information and now I work under him. Even though our locals were states apart it was able to a staple in his memory when selecting the final decisions. (Maybe same college, same after school programs, etc.)
"What can I do to make sure I succeed in this role?" - Nothing really special just everything to make sure you succeed.
"Do you have any additional questions for me?"
I'm sure there is alot more I can think of but the main point I want to do is never say "I have no questions" or at the very least ask for an email so if you do have additional questions you would be able to find out.
Yashasvi Sharma
IT Security
14
Answers
Chesapeake, Virginia
Updated
Yashasvi’s Answer
Asking thoughtful questions during an interview shows your interest in the company and helps you decide if the job is the right fit for you. Here are some good questions to consider:
1. About the Role
• What does a typical day look like in this position?
• What are the immediate priorities for someone in this role?
• How do you measure success for this position?
2. About the Team and Culture
• Can you tell me about the team I’d be working with?
• How would you describe the company culture?
• How does the organization support professional growth and development?
3. About Training and Advancement
• What training or onboarding processes are in place?
• Are there opportunities for advancement or internal mobility?
4. About Challenges and Expectations
• What are some challenges someone in this role might face?
• What are your expectations for the first six months?
5. About the Company
• How does the company define and support its mission and values?
• What are the company’s goals for the next few years?
6. Next Steps
• What are the next steps in the interview process?
• Is there anything else I can provide to help with your decision?
1. About the Role
• What does a typical day look like in this position?
• What are the immediate priorities for someone in this role?
• How do you measure success for this position?
2. About the Team and Culture
• Can you tell me about the team I’d be working with?
• How would you describe the company culture?
• How does the organization support professional growth and development?
3. About Training and Advancement
• What training or onboarding processes are in place?
• Are there opportunities for advancement or internal mobility?
4. About Challenges and Expectations
• What are some challenges someone in this role might face?
• What are your expectations for the first six months?
5. About the Company
• How does the company define and support its mission and values?
• What are the company’s goals for the next few years?
6. Next Steps
• What are the next steps in the interview process?
• Is there anything else I can provide to help with your decision?
Wong Loke Yuen
Head of Programme cum Senior Lecturer
645
Answers
Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Updated
Wong’s Answer
The following are some good questions to ask future employers during the interview process:
1. What are the biggest challenges someone in this role might face?
2. How is success measured for this role?
3. What are the most immediate projects that need attention?
4. Are there opportunities for professional development or certifications?
5. How does the team handle communication and collaboration?
1. What are the biggest challenges someone in this role might face?
2. How is success measured for this role?
3. What are the most immediate projects that need attention?
4. Are there opportunities for professional development or certifications?
5. How does the team handle communication and collaboration?
Fatima Nixon
Program Lead
9
Answers
London, England, United Kingdom
Updated
Fatima’s Answer
What does career progression look like?
Research something interesting that might have happened in the company that you might want to understand how it will impact the team.
If you think all your questions have been answered, ask if there is anything else the interviewer(s) want to know about you that you might not have answered already.
Research something interesting that might have happened in the company that you might want to understand how it will impact the team.
If you think all your questions have been answered, ask if there is anything else the interviewer(s) want to know about you that you might not have answered already.
Travis Guzzardo
Accounting
7
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Houston, Texas
Updated
Travis’s Answer
This is a really good question! Future employers do generally like it when they are asked questions about the company by prospective employees.
Here are a couple possible questions to ask:
• Can you discuss some examples of employees that have succeeded at this company in the past? What “best practices” did they bring to the workplace that met your company’s needs?
• What kinds of skills do you typically want employees to learn/develop while on-the-job?
• What is the workplace community like?
Lastly – if an interviewer doesn’t offer this up already, just ask about the interviewer’s background! For example – where’d they go to school? How’d they choose this career/profession? What interests/hobbies do they have outside of the workplace?
Here are a couple possible questions to ask:
• Can you discuss some examples of employees that have succeeded at this company in the past? What “best practices” did they bring to the workplace that met your company’s needs?
• What kinds of skills do you typically want employees to learn/develop while on-the-job?
• What is the workplace community like?
Lastly – if an interviewer doesn’t offer this up already, just ask about the interviewer’s background! For example – where’d they go to school? How’d they choose this career/profession? What interests/hobbies do they have outside of the workplace?
Grace Foxen
Accountant (CPA)
1
Answer
Chicago, Illinois
Updated
Grace’s Answer
I think something important to remember is that this interview is just as much for you to see if the job will be a good fit as much is the interviewer is seeing if you would be a good fit for the company. With that in mind, I recommend asking questions about things you are looking for in a company, whether that is a hybrid work environment, role expectations, vertical mobility, or even PTO protocol. I also suggest doing some research/background on the company and asking any questions that you may have after learning more about their initiative or projects, and can also impress the interviewer with your knowledge over the company. Asking these types of questions have led me to where I am today and helped me find a company that works best for me. Good luck!
Ivy Egwuenu, MBA, PMP, CSM
Senior Project Manager
4
Answers
Dallas, Texas
Updated
Ivy’s Answer
It is important to ask questions that matter to you and align with your goals for the future. A few examples:
1. What does it take to be a high performer on the team and in the company?
2. What is the company promotion culture and employee recognitions?
3. How long have you (the interviewer) been in the company and what is the one thing that has kept you in the company for that long.
I hope this helps! :)
1. What does it take to be a high performer on the team and in the company?
2. What is the company promotion culture and employee recognitions?
3. How long have you (the interviewer) been in the company and what is the one thing that has kept you in the company for that long.
I hope this helps! :)
Christine Dyan Labanda
Head of Human Resources
5
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Binangonan, Calabarzon, Philippines
Updated
Christine Dyan’s Answer
Before I share a list of questions to ask during an interview, it's important to first understand why the employer lets you ask questions and what message you want to send.
Knowing these two things helps you ask questions that can move you forward in the job application process.
First, realize that the employer isn't just letting you ask questions to answer them. They're also trying to see how interested you are in the job and how you think. This is a chance to show that you can turn small opportunities into big ones.
Second, think about what you want to know and how you come across when you ask questions. This means you should plan and prepare your questions in advance.
With these tips in mind, ask:
1. What do you expect in the first 100 days on the job?
2. How do you define success in delivering results?
3. What learning opportunities does your company offer?
Knowing these two things helps you ask questions that can move you forward in the job application process.
First, realize that the employer isn't just letting you ask questions to answer them. They're also trying to see how interested you are in the job and how you think. This is a chance to show that you can turn small opportunities into big ones.
Second, think about what you want to know and how you come across when you ask questions. This means you should plan and prepare your questions in advance.
With these tips in mind, ask:
1. What do you expect in the first 100 days on the job?
2. How do you define success in delivering results?
3. What learning opportunities does your company offer?
Annika Swanson
Consulting
13
Answers
Chicago, Illinois
Updated
Annika’s Answer
Ask about team culture, growth opportunities, what a typical day looks like, how they support learning, and what success looks like in the role! :)
Robert Marquetti
Finance Specialist
4
Answers
Orlando, Florida
Updated
Robert’s Answer
• What led you to this company?
• What get’s you out of bed in the morning?
• Do you promote a learning-friendly environment (if you want to work and go to school at the same time)
• If I am hired what is the first project, you want me to start working on (and can I start researching it now)?
• Where can I be in 2, 5, 10 years if I work hard, perform well, and maintain a good attitude?
• What can I do to help you succeed as a manager?
• How will you support my growth?
• What get’s you out of bed in the morning?
• Do you promote a learning-friendly environment (if you want to work and go to school at the same time)
• If I am hired what is the first project, you want me to start working on (and can I start researching it now)?
• Where can I be in 2, 5, 10 years if I work hard, perform well, and maintain a good attitude?
• What can I do to help you succeed as a manager?
• How will you support my growth?
Wonkeun No
Software Engineer
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Wonkeun’s Answer
What are some great questions to ask potential employers during an interview? Here are some suggestions:
- Check out the company's annual report to understand its future goals. Then, think of questions about how the position you're applying for can help achieve those goals.
- Ask about growth opportunities within the company.
- Check out the company's annual report to understand its future goals. Then, think of questions about how the position you're applying for can help achieve those goals.
- Ask about growth opportunities within the company.
Jiabao (Jabs) Xu
Auditor
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Los Angeles, California
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Jiabao (Jabs)’s Answer
1. What makes you stay on the job for this long?
2. What are some transferrable skills that a person can gain from this position and company?
3. What is the competitive advantage of the Company that makes it great among others?
2. What are some transferrable skills that a person can gain from this position and company?
3. What is the competitive advantage of the Company that makes it great among others?
Srilatha Peesapati
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Srilatha’s Answer
Here’s a quick summary of good questions to ask future employers, grouped by theme:
• Role: Ask about daily tasks, priorities, and challenges.
• Team: Learn about team dynamics, who you’ll work with, and reporting lines.
• Culture: Understand company values, culture, and how they support inclusion.
• Growth: Ask how success is measured and about development opportunities.
• Stability: Inquire about company goals, direction, and adaptability.
• Work-Life Balance: Ask about flexibility, hours, and well-being support.
• Next Steps: Clarify what comes after the interview and address any concerns.
Let me know if you want this tailored for a specific job or industry.
• Role: Ask about daily tasks, priorities, and challenges.
• Team: Learn about team dynamics, who you’ll work with, and reporting lines.
• Culture: Understand company values, culture, and how they support inclusion.
• Growth: Ask how success is measured and about development opportunities.
• Stability: Inquire about company goals, direction, and adaptability.
• Work-Life Balance: Ask about flexibility, hours, and well-being support.
• Next Steps: Clarify what comes after the interview and address any concerns.
Let me know if you want this tailored for a specific job or industry.
Kathleen Hoang
Tax Consultant
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Aurora, Colorado
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Kathleen’s Answer
Hi Sophia,
This is a good question and everyone here has really good answers! For me, an example of a question I like asking interviewers is "How would you measure success in someone working here?" I like asking these type of questions that involve both you and the employer! What I also like to do before the interview is do my own research on the employer/company and even the interviewers (from LinkedIn) and ask any questions I have!
This is a good question and everyone here has really good answers! For me, an example of a question I like asking interviewers is "How would you measure success in someone working here?" I like asking these type of questions that involve both you and the employer! What I also like to do before the interview is do my own research on the employer/company and even the interviewers (from LinkedIn) and ask any questions I have!
William Tran
Auditing
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San Jose, California
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William’s Answer
What does a typical day look like for someone in this position?
What are the most important skills or qualities for someone to succeed in this role?
What are the biggest challenges someone in this position might face?
What are the most important skills or qualities for someone to succeed in this role?
What are the biggest challenges someone in this position might face?
Lauren Nugent
Social Listening/Intelligence
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Austin, Texas
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Lauren’s Answer
Consider what matters most to you. If you're interested in a particular company culture, team, or work environment, ask questions about these aspects. Inquire about duties not listed in the job posting to understand daily tasks better. Discuss the interview process and timeline with the recruiter to know what to expect. Stay curious and ask questions! Here are some ideas to get you started:
- What growth opportunities are available in this role? If it's an internship, is there a chance to become full-time after graduation?
- How is employee performance evaluated? What qualities make a candidate successful?
- What does the training and onboarding process involve?
- What growth opportunities are available in this role? If it's an internship, is there a chance to become full-time after graduation?
- How is employee performance evaluated? What qualities make a candidate successful?
- What does the training and onboarding process involve?
Juanita Brown
Vendor operations specialist
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Apopka, Florida
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Juanita’s Answer
Why are you looking to fill this position?
What chances are there for growth, and how long does it usually take?
What does a normal day in this job look like?
How do you define success in this role?
What chances are there for growth, and how long does it usually take?
What does a normal day in this job look like?
How do you define success in this role?
Jenisha Patel
Consultant
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Houston, Texas
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Jenisha’s Answer
In terms of questions for future employers, I would suggest asking questions that help you understand the company culture, growth opportunities, and expectations for the role. For example, you might ask about typical career paths, how success is measured for someone in your role, or what the team/company values most. This shows your genuine interest and help you determine if the company is the right fit for you. You should also ask about what is the team's working style, to see if your personality is a good fit for the role.
Alexandra Allan, CDR, PRC
Sourcer
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Richmond, Virginia
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Alexandra’s Answer
Some great questions to ask:
1.) What is the work/life balance like?
2.) What does growth in this role look like in the future?
3.) What is the culture/team like?
4.) If offered the role, what would my first week look like?
OR 5.) If offered the role, what is something I can do to make an immediate impact to the team?
1.) What is the work/life balance like?
2.) What does growth in this role look like in the future?
3.) What is the culture/team like?
4.) If offered the role, what would my first week look like?
OR 5.) If offered the role, what is something I can do to make an immediate impact to the team?
Matt Zieger
Chief Program Officer
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Matt’s Answer
You should be interviewing a potential employer just as much as they are interviewing you. What can you get out of this opportunity, how are you benefiting from this experience or job? Try to understand those potential outcomes.
Target specific questions to the various interviewers in the process i.e. what does the hiring manager think about the company vs. what does the manager or executive think about the company. How does that compare to the company’s aspirations or documents that define their work culture?
Ask what does success look like in this specific role?
How do they feel about the company? What’s a rose, what’s a thorn?
If you could change one thing about the company, what would it be?
Look up your interviewers on linkedin and structure questions based on their history in the company, their experience and role.
Ask questions that shows you’ve done your homework.
What are the questions you wish you would have asked when you joined the company?
What is a problem that you would really like to see change/problem to solve?
Target specific questions to the various interviewers in the process i.e. what does the hiring manager think about the company vs. what does the manager or executive think about the company. How does that compare to the company’s aspirations or documents that define their work culture?
Ask what does success look like in this specific role?
How do they feel about the company? What’s a rose, what’s a thorn?
If you could change one thing about the company, what would it be?
Look up your interviewers on linkedin and structure questions based on their history in the company, their experience and role.
Ask questions that shows you’ve done your homework.
What are the questions you wish you would have asked when you joined the company?
What is a problem that you would really like to see change/problem to solve?