What to ask the interviewer

Consider the situation with examples: two candidates for a job interview in the sales department.

The first candidate asks: "Tell me about the bonuses offered by your company for employees. How many days of leave granted in the year, and how much I can take at one time. "

Assuming that this is the first interview, ask about bonuses and leave prematurely. With such an approach, the interviewer may think you are too selfish, and interest in the job you have is minimal.

The second candidate, "No, I think you've told everything I wanted to know. I am sure I will have more questions, if I get a job. "

This approach too passive and did not demonstrate any interest in the work. Not the fact that the second candidate will be issues in the future, because the work he can not get.

It is important to ask questions that will help you learn more about the company's work and about the nuances of your post. This will show your interest and qualifications as a specialist. And, of course, help to make a good impression.

A good answer would be this: "Yes, I have a couple of questions. From what you have told me it can be concluded that the company has difficulty in retaining old customers. Is it so? If so, what are the solutions to this problem have been used? And if the new employees with older clients or work at first engaged in attracting new? ".

Such a response will show that you are interested in the work of the company, its problems and their solutions. You will look interested in someone who understands this area. In addition, you will have an idea of ​​what awaits you.

Homework

You need to decide what information about the company's work will be helpful. Pre-make a list of 10 questions:

 about the company, its achievements, problems and solutions

 about the work of the department, a position in which you are applying

 the situation in the area in which the company operates

importance of the moment

A good time to issue as important as the question itself. Think of the interview as a conversation. Ask the right question can not only when you are asked. In this case, in addition to questions about the company and details of the work, it would be appropriate to find out about bonuses and vacation, it does not spoil the impression.

Remember, not only do you have to step up the work, but work should suit you. So try to find out as much as possible the important points, taking into account our recommendations.