Asking about day-to-day responsibilities will help you understand if the position would be a good fit for you. For example, if you are not the best at your communication skills and the position requires you to cold call all day, this may not be the best position for you.
Do you want a job where you are happy to come to work every day? Asking about the working culture is a great way for you to get a feel for how well you will fit in.
When asking this question, make sure to bring a real-world example of how you solved a similar problem. For example, if they answer “handling complaints from customers,” bring up an example of how you have handled complaints from customers in the past.
Understanding the team you work with before you are hired will help you see if you are a good fit for the position. You will usually be with the team majority of the time at the position, so understanding who they are and how they work is ideal before accepting a job offer.
Feedback is important. Asking for feedback is a great way to know what you have to improve on. This question also shows that you are open to constructive criticism. To succeed in any role you are in, you need to be open to constructive criticism.
Asking about what projects you will be introduced to during the first few weeks of work is a great way to see what to expect in your first couple of months at the position. This question is also a great way to prepare for your first days of work.
When asking this question, make sure to respond with how you have those attributes listed. If they respond with “problem-solver,” bring up a time you where you had to problem-solve. Whatever the answer is, make sure to relate that back to your work experience and why you would be a great fit for the role.
Companies usually require employees to meet certain goals each year. Asking a question about what performance expectations there are for the first 12 months shows that you are eager and willing to meet those requirements.
Asking questions about the interviewer will help you understand more about the work culture. For example, if your interviewer has been with the company for 5+ years, you will know that the company’s employees have long careers with the company. On the other hand, if they say less than 2 months, then be wary.
Your last question should always be this one. How will you know the next steps if you don’t ask? If you forget to ask, make sure to follow up via email. If you leave without asking this question, employers may think you aren’t very interested in the job.