Are there questions the interviewee should ask the interviewer?

 

Just as I wrote about the six most frequently asked questions and a key type of question to anticipate and prepare for in my last column, here I’ll list three areas for which you should have questions and I’ll talk about a powerful type of question you should be prepared to ask.

The three areas to ask questions about are the company or organization, the people and the job. Sample questions you might ask about the firm/organization include:

  • Your annual report mentioned that acquisitions will be a major part of your growth strategy this year; how is that strategy progressing?
  • What are the basic values that make up the company’s culture?
  • How long have you been with the firm/organization?
  • What are the most critical factors for success in your business?
  • Is the company growing? If so, where is growth coming from?