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You finally scored a job interview in this incredibly bad job market. You want to wow them. What do you do?
 Ideally, you've researched the company. You've done a "Google" search on them, you might have networked to find people who work at the company and asked them questions.
One great resource is LinkedIn. More and more this is becoming the place where you not only network but you can join groups that share your interest. Example: I just joined ASTD (American Society for Training and Development) because I want to network with people interested in leadership training. You can also go online and ask questions. Once person asked, "How do you Ace a Job Interview"? There were a ton of answers. Jim Pfister, Packaging Line "Fixer", whatever that is, gave this incredible advice on what to ask: 1. Why is this opportunity open?
2. What would you like done differently by the next person you hire?
3. What is most pressing? What would you like to have ( or need to have) done in the next few months?
4. What freedom would I have in determining my methods?
5. What kind of support does this position have in terms of people, finances, etc.
6. What are some of the more difficult problems facing someone in this position? How do you think these could be best handled?
7. In what ways has your organization been most successful?
8. What significant changes do you foresee in the near future?
9. What are the most critical factors for success in your business? ( Notice is he/she mentions that people matter?
10. Where do you see your company (or your function) going in the next few years?
11. How do you go about winning support for your new ideas? projects?
12. How would you describe your own management style?
13. What are the most important traits you look for in a subordinate?
14. How do you like people to communicate with you? Orally, in writing, informally, in meetings, only when necessary?
15. What question did you expect me to ask you that I've missed? Tell me you won't feel smart asking these questions in your next job interview. Remember, listen to the answers! Only registered users can write comments.
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