During an interview, it can be difficult to know when the right time to ask questions is, or what questions to even ask. An important question to many people is, “What is the company culture like?” This question is so important, and in many cases, can be a deciding factor for choosing whether or not to accept a position. You should always be looking for a position that allows you to showcase your best traits, and inspire you to do your best work.
Before even stepping foot into the interview, it’s important to have done a lot of thinking, and research. What culture are you looking for? Are you the type that wants something professional? Would you like to work in a more laid-back environment? Do you work best with high pressure or in an environment where there are not a lot of curveballs coming at you? There is nothing wrong with any of these options, it’s just a matter of what works best for you. Here are some questions that can help you figure out what the culture is like, without the generic answer.
“What do you like about working here?”
Ask this question to anyone you come in contact with during the process. Depending on how they answer, you can gain many insights. If are boasting about their coworkers, and the opportunities they have been given, the overall morale of the company may be in good standing.
“What qualities did the last employee in this position lack, that could’ve been useful to the position?”
This question can help you to find out if you are a match for the position. But it also can provide insight into the professionalism of the company. It can show how they speak about past employees. It can also show which qualities the hiring manager is really prioritizing, so you can evaluate and make sure that this is the opportunity for you.
“What makes this company different from the competition?”
This question may seem generic, and the answer may seem a little rehearsed. But it can reveal a lot about how the company views itself, and what they prioritize. It can provide great insight into what the employees deem most memorable about the company.
“Is there anything that you wish you knew before joining the company?”
If the answer is yes, make sure to really turn your listening ears on. This can bring light to any company flaws, or values the company has that the employees may not agree with. It can also provide insight into the work-life balance or company policies.
Make sure that you are also diving in and asking follow-up questions. BE CURIOUS. Any job that you may have, you spend a good portion of your life there, so make sure that it is the right fit for you. Don’t just take the first opportunity that may come. After your interview, let the information you just got sizzle in your brain. Do research on the company, make sure the information lines up, and you agree with the company as a whole. Here are some other questions that we recommend asking in an interview to make sure this opport
