I see no clown here. They treat you as if you're supposed to be genuinely interested and see value in the job you're applying to. This is exactly the way to respond to that. They wouldn't know what's coming.
In most workplaces they'd show you door and say, "Thank you." Very few interviewers [i.e. managers] want anyone around who asks those questions. For large numbers of us the question to ask is, "Is there overtime?"
I pray for you my friend, remember it's an interview for you as well as for you to interview them. Know your value. Know you're one of a kind and you bring whatever you have to the table as well. Hope you have a great day.
I remember having questions, I definitely asked what stood out about my application and about my interview. It put them in a position to express what they liked. From there I was able to continue the pattern. I’ve had 2 pay rise and a huge bonus in my 11 months being here than anywhere before.
@@sarahjabr4760 Yes to both I think? In the interview along with the questions they said things like this “How are you with receiving feedback? Because we give and receive feedback regularly” - I told them, I’m open to it, I might be bummed about a reason, and want to look back at my work that feedback was provided on to see where I went wrong and prevent it in the future would that Ok? They were surprised and appreciated the honesty but they said yes, that’s exactly what feedback is for. They told me that I was open enough to want them to see my potential, but not enough to read me like a book, they liked the honesty aspect I came to the interview with. From there I was able to keep the lines of communication open with my Managing team, be honest with them, push back if I feel something isn’t right & I work on feedback. I don’t get it often, but when I do, I take responsibility, I fix my mistake and move on. As do they. Hope this helped?
Exactly. One woman actually was shocked that I was interviewing her. She didn't give me the job, but I got a job at the firm anyway. Later, I learned how awful she was. My conclusion on her confirmed, and a life lesson was learned. I've taken that forward and taught others in turn.
Not if you are desperate for a job Or not if they are a well known good establishment who can find 100 alternatives for you per second They dont need you, you need them, so cut the bullshit with your stupid advice, this advice might work if you are applying for a McDonlads
@@nikienhypen6334A good and easy question I like to ask is: "What do you like about your company?" I pay close attention to their answer, how enthusiastic they are, the tone of their voice, and their attitude. You can figure out a lot by how they smile or how happy they sound (or lack thereof).
IMO my favorite Q to ask was: if you could change one thing about the company, what would it be? This Q always gets interesting and insightful answers, especially as you ask more senior people closer to the exec level
100%. That's the softball one I always throw in with the other ones she uses here to not come off as hard nosed. As a woman, appearing "too tough" can backfire.
My favourite questions to ask at the end of an interview are ‘What are the most challenging aspects of this role?’ Start off with a more negative question so you can get a feel for what kind of challenges you can expect and you can follow up if they don’t already tell you how to overcome those challenges. The second question I ask is ‘What is the most rewarding part of this role?’ You end a positive note and you come away knowing if it’s the right role for you. If the answer to Q2 is usually ‘finishing with an empty tray’ or ‘knowing you accomplished something much bigger than you are’ then these are the red flags I tend to avoid should I get offered the job
One company made the mistake of having me interview individually with people who would be my coworkers. I asked how the company handled the pandemic and this lady said “we 🙂 never stopped 🙂 working 🙂 a single day” and I could see the burnout on her face like she was trying to warn me lol. Dodged that bullet
Yes, not directly but depending on how uncomfortable/evasive the interviewer becomes one can see some clues. Not perfect, but better than nothing at all.
Hey there! In my forties and have yet to find another advisor or influencer who gives as much useful and pragmatic content as you. Keep up the great work! I've learned a lot from you. Thank you!
This advice in specific came from a viral tweet joke, I see she’s using it as legit advice so I’m not sure what her resources are or how legit this is 😂
I was asked that damning question twice in my last interview. It caught me off guard, mainly because I've already memorised what I wanted to ask but when the interviewer asked me the first time I just completely blanked out. But after a few seconds of awkward silence, he told me it's okay, we'll just continue the interview. So we did, and after they've done asking any questions they wanted, the interviewer always explains at the same time how it works at their company (because I kept asking them to elaborate lol). Then he asked me that question again. But now I was able to think up some questions! Wanna know how? I basically take some of the things he mentioned and pose it as a question. For example he momentarily mentioned that the company will gladly pay for trainings etc if they deem it will improve your work quality. From that, I asked " I noticed you mentioned earlier about trainings paid by the company. What kind of trainings have the company covered for people in roles like mine, and what are the expectations once trainings are completed?" Anyway, I hope I get this job. Wish me luck! I'm very nervous.
@@cybercraft5393 Unfortunately nope 🥲 but it's okay, I was expecting it since it was a biiiig company and I was extremely underqualified for it. It was a surprise they even considered me past the first interview! Thanks so much for your well wishes!!
@Nuclear Effect aww dang. Plus side, it was some interview experience, (that's really helped me) and with a big company. I hope you find something that suits you! Best of luck 🙂
Also, ask for the department’s retention and attrition rates for the last three years, if there’s been a plan to improve retention, and there’s infrastructure in place to provide feedback to improve retention. It’s also good to ask if there are processes in writing available to whomever starts to have available to reference as needed. This will tell you a lot about how together they have things.
I asked what their gender balance was like as I had heard it was a male dominated industry, and they were honest about it. And I got the job. It was helpful knowing what I was walking into
I don't like these questions. They are a little intimidating to an interviewer. They are never going to share confidential info. that is also sensitive- like why did the last person leave? They will question your judgment if you would ask such a forward question right out of the gate. While you might want to know, they won't tell and might be offended. They don't know you yet so they will not trust you to confide in you e.g., "GREAT QUESTION, well, you see complete stranger, LISA hated this job and her boss (your soon to be new boss.) She was being over worked and did not get a raise or promotion for 3 years." Instead, ask more friendly, safe and positive general questions about the role and the company e.g., "What do you like about working here?" "What do you see as some of the challenges and also potential of this role?" Hard nosed questions will not get you liked- that is the purpose of initial interviews. To get asked back for more interviews. Now, after you have been made AN OFFER- you can ask almost any question you want. The trick is to make it to the finish line. You will have more power at that point. On a first date, would you ask, why did your ex and you break up? You might- but then you might also stay single a while.
Verbatim!!!! I have indeed shocked interviewers by simply being prepped and studied and I could attest they seemed intimidated or even offended. Never got those jobs no matter how much the need or how well suited. Blazing out the gate mite be too much.
So, I’ve only really interviewed for internships and entry level things, so I can’t comment past that, but for those kinda jobs, the interviewers ATE IT UP when I asked them for advice. Something like “So what advice would you have for me, who’s just now getting into the field” worked for me Edit: Me no spell haha
Something I always ask is “what’s your least favorite part of your job” or “what aspect of the workplace do you wished functioned differently? How would you change it?” It’s really easy to tell when they give copout answers and how they may view the company/employees
These are my top 5 questions: What is my typical day going to be like? What are my responsibilities? Can you describe the company's culture, dress code? What would it take for me to be successful in this job/internship? What challenges do employees/interns typically face in this role? If I am struggling with a task, what resources are available to me or who would I ask for help? What do you enjoy the most about working here?
Glad you are keeping the girls up to date! Proud of you keep it up! Even us nearing the end of our careers are grateful fo the advice. My niece is 18, I will make sure she knows these things!!!!
Your questions are very useful, but we should normalize not having questions as well. We're not perfect and unexpected situations might come up anytime. Last month I had an interview for my dream job (I always wanted to work from home) and I totally ate that interview up. After the interview, they asked me the same question: "Do you have any questions for us?". Before the interview, I actually thought about a few questions that I might ask them, but all my questions got answered when they gave me all the details about the job. I had no backup at all and I couldn't think about anything on the spot. I also wanted to avoid awkward silence and I simply replied with: "I'm sorry, but I have no questions at the moment, since you already answered all the questions that I had, but I'll definitely ask questions during the training period, if something won't be clear.". I got the job. 🖤
This is not an absolute rule though. If you really don’t have any questions, don’t force yourself to come up with one just for the sake of asking. I’ve had this one interview where the candidate did not ask me questions (probably because all of her doubts were already answered during the orientation and/or interview) and I still passed her.
But, I've already asked the question I needed before the lady even said those words. I'm not sure how you guys do but when they interview me, I would also ask questions in between. Rather than being stiff in an interview, it's best if you're eloquent. But also, you need to judge what the interviewer is like. If he/she is strict, just smile, answer the question and subtly ask what you need while at it. If the interviewer is the easy to get along, then, you need to be even more swift with your actions and asking because they can also trick you while you asking tricky question. Yep, speaking from experience lol. In the end, there's nothing I want to ask anymore.
@@ika6268 I agree. It is really case to case. The candidate needs to discern when to ask questions. In case they really don’t have questions because they were already answered, it’s better to let the interviewer know that’s the case.
@@ika6268 I feel that, i do that too, but I always save one-two questions that are simple for when they ask me that. So if I’ve asked everything else it’s things like “what’s your favorite part about working here” or “what is your ideal candidate” and it’s always worked great for me. When I hired people at my last job the main issue was people who just had zero personality and had no questions at all, but I agree if they had questions throughout the convo but none at the end that’s no problem at all.
I hope the person who took my job at my last job asked the why the last person left question, cause my environment was TOXIC and I’m so thankful I’m out of it now. And I’m hoping they fixed the issue.
Another outstanding tip. I used those and similar questions in interviews. Most of my work was selection over other candidates without interview as my career progressed. Again, excellent advice!
This is actually great compared to other economic “gurus”. Rather than just telling us everything to say to get hired no matter what, you know that we should try and see if the company is actually a good fit for us. Good job
Hello! I used your second question in a recent interview, which really pleased the interviewers and they listed all the qualities and values I described to them in key words I used. It was very spooky and I got the job 👏👏
anyone else a little salty that they can't save shorts like this to a playlist so they have to go through a bunch of extra steps like sharing the link and emailing it to themselves or writing it down in a bunch of different places? saltiness aside this is a very awesome video on the level of informativeness
That's not a bad thing, I've interviewed a lot of people and being asked questions that have really made me think, has absolutely made that person stand out, and generally it will make you seem more engaged.
Agree. She asks aggressively. I'd ask about the team then throw in how this position became open. That's a legitimate and a good question while giving them the flexibility with their answers. You can tell if something seems to be off as they talk, unless they're really good actors. Nobody's that good of an actor.
If you’re qualified for the job and they don’t want to answer these kinds of questions, I’m telling you right now, you don’t want to work for that employer.
A candidate asked my boss similar question, especially how long it took for me to get promoted (since they are hiring for my old position). He hated that question.
I actually got a job offer 30 minutes after completing an interview with a company just because i revised and knew what to say. its really important to be prepared especially if you dont have the experience or qualifications to back you up.
I think it's always important to ask a question, even if this sort of thing feels inappropriate. A good go-to would be to ask about the process going forward and the timescale.
A really great question I’ve always implemented with every successful interview I have ever done is “In one year, how will you know I was the right person for this job? What does my role look like and how will I have developed.”
If I was interviewing someone that asked any one of these questions I would instantly think “this persons trouble” please don’t follow this advice, unless you get to the end of the interview and really don’t want the job! 😂
Be careful with the second set of questions because that may also paint you in a picture where they'll perceive you as someone that may call HR about everything and they may not hire you because of it, even if you're not one of those people
What you're saying is "don't sound too needy or entitled". Fact is though that I wouldn't want to work for people who are skeptical of me trying to be safe or look for help if that is ever going to be needed, regardless of whether or not I'd call HR. It is a red flag when people want yes-men and willing sacrifices.
@@rawkhawk414 exactly and that's how you know not to go for that job in the first place. So in a way, I guess it is good to ask those questions because depending on their reaction and/or response then you'll be able to perceive potential red flags that may dissuade from pursuing that job ultimately. Unfortunately too some of us don't have as much liberty to sift through job offers until the perfect one comes along, in my case in particular due to certain socio-economic limitations. I get your point though
These ate great questions for the white collar/tech sector but I don't see these going over well in most trade/blue-collar spaces Any advice for those kinds of jobs/interviews?
As someone who sometimes does the technical interviews - wtf are those questions?! XD 1-I don't have the employee record in my head and that's probably private, so I can't tell. 2-we list the tools required for a reason... 3-none left, we're expanding the team. That would be my usual answers and TBH I'm mostly just looking if the person has enough skills to do the job, or at least is able to learn it quickly. However we have a good atmosphere at work, so we're actually very picky characteristically. If a person is friendly and humble it can make up for a lot of wrong answers. With questions like that, you'd seen very demanding and I'd have doubts if I want to work with you, lol
Tbh your response indicates a work environment many people want to avoid. If you think asking about how to succeed in the role is “too demanding” that is a huge red flag.
@@mjjae8122 no, I agree with them. It sounds like bff is looking at her new team as competition for promotions and getting info to outshine instead of being on a team as a team player. It's the vibe she's giving off low-key so I would question hiring her. And if you don't understand why that's the case, then I question your real world work experience!
The question I like is why should I come to work for your company? What makes your company stand apart from the other positions I've received offers for? It's an interview for you as well as for them.
A good answer IMO is: why did you pick me for a callback/face to face interview? It reminds them of your strengths and challenges them to contradict there own decision.
Thank you for this. I had put in an application for a job at a daycare that my school runs. If I get it, it would be my very first job. If I am called for an interview, this will help immensely. Thank you.
It’s not just about the questions either, asking questions looks great and shows interest, but I’ve talked to a few people who have moved up internally at my company and they gave me a few pointers. 1. Dress appropriately. They want you to show that same attention to yourself and how you present yourself that you would to the job. If you don’t even care to take care of yourself, how are you in any position to take on whatever job it is? 2. Bring a pen and small notebook. Not only can you write things down that interest you about the interview, but it shows that you take this pretty seriously and you like to document things. 3. There are tons more appropriate questions you can ask, like what the actual hours are like, if it would be possible to see the work area, if it would be possible to speak to an employee or two, etc. This shows interest but also gives you the info that you need to determine if the job is actually right for you.
When I was hiring for mid-6 figure jobs what I wanted to hear were questions like, "What exactly do you need now and in the future to grow the company (increase dominance, profitability, marketability, etc.)? I want to be confident that I have the ability to help you fulfill those goals."
I think it’s also reasonable to ask what the position pays. A lot of employers tend to skip over that during the interview process, forgetting you are actually interviewing also to see if you even want the job.
I’m not sure I’d feel comfortable asking the last question at all, and I’d probably ask the others differently. I dont think I’d get concerned over a timeline for moving up when I haven’t even been made an offer. However, I might ask something like “when you consider the strongest performing member of your team, what qualities do they have that brings the most value to the company?” I also like to ask something about how performance is monitored and feedback is communicated, like “It’s really important to me that I maintain a performance mindset, and regular feedback is a great way to make sure I’m meeting expectations. Can you walk me through how you measure success for this position?”
"What do you enjoy about working here?" is my go to question. Always pleasantly surprises interviewers, and gives me a fair amount of insight
I like that too. Positive and you'd know right away of a red flag if they struggle with it.
Me too.
I ask them both what’s something they like and dislike 😂 is that too far?
And doesn't sound too overbearing like "why did the last person leave" that screams "ARE YOU HIDING SOMETHING FROM ME, HUUUUH???!!"
honestly, this is a better question than all the crap she said
me asking these when I'm interviewing for a minimum wage job: 🤡🤡
I see no clown here. They treat you as if you're supposed to be genuinely interested and see value in the job you're applying to. This is exactly the way to respond to that. They wouldn't know what's coming.
All the more reason to ask the question about promotion!
In most workplaces they'd show you door and say, "Thank you." Very few interviewers [i.e. managers] want anyone around who asks those questions. For large numbers of us the question to ask is, "Is there overtime?"
@@updownstateno they wouldn’t. most places are hiring. some jobs honestly just need to see your face and go through the process.
I pray for you my friend, remember it's an interview for you as well as for you to interview them. Know your value. Know you're one of a kind and you bring whatever you have to the table as well. Hope you have a great day.
I remember having questions, I definitely asked what stood out about my application and about my interview. It put them in a position to express what they liked. From there I was able to continue the pattern. I’ve had 2 pay rise and a huge bonus in my 11 months being here than anywhere before.
How did you continue the pattern?
@wilbur thank you so much. I was wondering if she kept getting feedback or if she relied on the first one only.
@@sarahjabr4760 Yes to both I think?
In the interview along with the questions they said things like this “How are you with receiving feedback? Because we give and receive feedback regularly” - I told them, I’m open to it, I might be bummed about a reason, and want to look back at my work that feedback was provided on to see where I went wrong and prevent it in the future would that Ok? They were surprised and appreciated the honesty but they said yes, that’s exactly what feedback is for.
They told me that I was open enough to want them to see my potential, but not enough to read me like a book, they liked the honesty aspect I came to the interview with.
From there I was able to keep the lines of communication open with my Managing team, be honest with them, push back if I feel something isn’t right & I work on feedback. I don’t get it often, but when I do, I take responsibility, I fix my mistake and move on. As do they. Hope this helped?
@@sarahjabr4760 It was also a bonus that the company values aligned with what I believe in & do in my every day life. 😊
@@xZotiC454 thank you so much that was very helpful. I wish you more and more success with what you do.
A great tip I got and tell others is:
You're also interviewing them (the company) to see if they are a good fit for you, the interview goes both ways.
Exactly. One woman actually was shocked that I was interviewing her. She didn't give me the job, but I got a job at the firm anyway. Later, I learned how awful she was. My conclusion on her confirmed, and a life lesson was learned. I've taken that forward and taught others in turn.
Not if you are desperate for a job
Or not if they are a well known good establishment who can find 100 alternatives for you per second
They dont need you, you need them, so cut the bullshit with your stupid advice, this advice might work if you are applying for a McDonlads
But what other kind of questions to ask them?
@@nikienhypen6334A good and easy question I like to ask is: "What do you like about your company?" I pay close attention to their answer, how enthusiastic they are, the tone of their voice, and their attitude. You can figure out a lot by how they smile or how happy they sound (or lack thereof).
Maybe if you have several job opportunities lined up you are. But for a lot of us we're just looking for anybody who will hire us.
IMO my favorite Q to ask was: if you could change one thing about the company, what would it be?
This Q always gets interesting and insightful answers, especially as you ask more senior people closer to the exec level
100%. That's the softball one I always throw in with the other ones she uses here to not come off as hard nosed. As a woman, appearing "too tough" can backfire.
Amazing questions to ask👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
My favourite questions to ask at the end of an interview are ‘What are the most challenging aspects of this role?’ Start off with a more negative question so you can get a feel for what kind of challenges you can expect and you can follow up if they don’t already tell you how to overcome those challenges. The second question I ask is ‘What is the most rewarding part of this role?’ You end a positive note and you come away knowing if it’s the right role for you. If the answer to Q2 is usually ‘finishing with an empty tray’ or ‘knowing you accomplished something much bigger than you are’ then these are the red flags I tend to avoid should I get offered the job
I think that if the last person decided to leave because of a toxic work environment, there's no way they're gonna tell you
One company made the mistake of having me interview individually with people who would be my coworkers. I asked how the company handled the pandemic and this lady said “we 🙂 never stopped 🙂 working 🙂 a single day” and I could see the burnout on her face like she was trying to warn me lol. Dodged that bullet
Sure, but they might talk around it which is also a clue.
Yes, not directly but depending on how uncomfortable/evasive the interviewer becomes one can see some clues. Not perfect, but better than nothing at all.
You right about that
I have been struggling to put these questions into words for years, thank you!
Hey there! In my forties and have yet to find another advisor or influencer who gives as much useful and pragmatic content as you. Keep up the great work! I've learned a lot from you. Thank you!
RIGHT ✅ ABSOLUTELY 💯 RIGHT!!😀
Yes me too. Credit cards, job interviews, loans. she’s awesome.
This advice in specific came from a viral tweet joke, I see she’s using it as legit advice so I’m not sure what her resources are or how legit this is 😂
@@cubanalien well spotted... It's obvious she's a fake cos she uses phrases like rich bff but great to be specific in how she's fake.
@@1physics exactly! I knew I wasn’t the only one who thought her advice is sus lol
You are absolutely appreciated!!! Thanks for sharing your awesomeness with us!
I can feel myself not getting the job because I asked these questions 😂
Seriously 😂😂
I was asked that damning question twice in my last interview. It caught me off guard, mainly because I've already memorised what I wanted to ask but when the interviewer asked me the first time I just completely blanked out.
But after a few seconds of awkward silence, he told me it's okay, we'll just continue the interview. So we did, and after they've done asking any questions they wanted, the interviewer always explains at the same time how it works at their company (because I kept asking them to elaborate lol).
Then he asked me that question again. But now I was able to think up some questions! Wanna know how? I basically take some of the things he mentioned and pose it as a question. For example he momentarily mentioned that the company will gladly pay for trainings etc if they deem it will improve your work quality. From that, I asked " I noticed you mentioned earlier about trainings paid by the company. What kind of trainings have the company covered for people in roles like mine, and what are the expectations once trainings are completed?"
Anyway, I hope I get this job. Wish me luck! I'm very nervous.
So did you get the job?! 🤞🏾
@@cybercraft5393 Unfortunately nope 🥲 but it's okay, I was expecting it since it was a biiiig company and I was extremely underqualified for it. It was a surprise they even considered me past the first interview! Thanks so much for your well wishes!!
@Nuclear Effect aww dang. Plus side, it was some interview experience, (that's really helped me) and with a big company. I hope you find something that suits you! Best of luck 🙂
You are generous and brilliant... Super timely for me everything you're sharing... A million thanks
Also, ask for the department’s retention and attrition rates for the last three years, if there’s been a plan to improve retention, and there’s infrastructure in place to provide feedback to improve retention. It’s also good to ask if there are processes in writing available to whomever starts to have available to reference as needed. This will tell you a lot about how together they have things.
me, in middle school
*WRITE THAT DOWN, WRITE THAT DOWN*
I always ask what a typical workday looks like, or what the work/social culture is (if we haven't talked about that yet).
That's pretty good tbh
I asked what their gender balance was like as I had heard it was a male dominated industry, and they were honest about it. And I got the job. It was helpful knowing what I was walking into
I always ask the first question.
Wow, this is extremely helpful. Totally using. ❤ Love you, Vivian! You rock!
I don't like these questions. They are a little intimidating to an interviewer. They are never going to share confidential info. that is also sensitive- like why did the last person leave? They will question your judgment if you would ask such a forward question right out of the gate. While you might want to know, they won't tell and might be offended. They don't know you yet so they will not trust you to confide in you e.g., "GREAT QUESTION, well, you see complete stranger, LISA hated this job and her boss (your soon to be new boss.) She was being over worked and did not get a raise or promotion for 3 years." Instead, ask more friendly, safe and positive general questions about the role and the company e.g., "What do you like about working here?" "What do you see as some of the challenges and also potential of this role?"
Hard nosed questions will not get you liked- that is the purpose of initial interviews. To get asked back for more interviews. Now, after you have been made AN OFFER- you can ask almost any question you want. The trick is to make it to the finish line. You will have more power at that point. On a first date, would you ask, why did your ex and you break up? You might- but then you might also stay single a while.
Great insights! People need to strike a balance between being inquisitive and coming across as entitled.
Thanks for this!!
Verbatim!!!!
I have indeed shocked interviewers by simply being prepped and studied and I could attest they seemed intimidated or even offended. Never got those jobs no matter how much the need or how well suited. Blazing out the gate mite be too much.
Beautiful
If an interviewer is intimidated by a forward minded, prepared individual then it’s probably not the place I want to work.
Omg. This is absolutely genius. Resources and promotion timeline is critical info
So, I’ve only really interviewed for internships and entry level things, so I can’t comment past that, but for those kinda jobs, the interviewers ATE IT UP when I asked them for advice. Something like “So what advice would you have for me, who’s just now getting into the field” worked for me
Edit: Me no spell haha
Excellent!
Something I always ask is “what’s your least favorite part of your job” or “what aspect of the workplace do you wished functioned differently? How would you change it?” It’s really easy to tell when they give copout answers and how they may view the company/employees
Great questions. These are very thought provoking as well
I literally asked more questions than they did and they did not match my needs at all. So I'm glad I asked about what I needed as well.
I did that, and it turned out that it was exactly what I wanted, so definitely a winning strategy here haha
Hiring Manager Question - Can you perform under pressure?
Me - No, but I can try Bohemian Rhapsody. 🤣
You're hired lol
Gold.
These are my top 5 questions:
What is my typical day going to be like? What are my responsibilities?
Can you describe the company's culture, dress code?
What would it take for me to be successful in this job/internship?
What challenges do employees/interns typically face in this role?
If I am struggling with a task, what resources are available to me or who would I ask for help?
What do you enjoy the most about working here?
Have you ever been hired with those questions?
Glad you are keeping the girls up to date! Proud of you keep it up! Even us nearing the end of our careers are grateful fo the advice. My niece is 18, I will make sure she knows these things!!!!
These questions are awesome. Thanks for the advice!
Your questions are very useful, but we should normalize not having questions as well. We're not perfect and unexpected situations might come up anytime. Last month I had an interview for my dream job (I always wanted to work from home) and I totally ate that interview up. After the interview, they asked me the same question: "Do you have any questions for us?". Before the interview, I actually thought about a few questions that I might ask them, but all my questions got answered when they gave me all the details about the job. I had no backup at all and I couldn't think about anything on the spot. I also wanted to avoid awkward silence and I simply replied with: "I'm sorry, but I have no questions at the moment, since you already answered all the questions that I had, but I'll definitely ask questions during the training period, if something won't be clear.". I got the job. 🖤
Agree 💯%.
OMGGGGGG!!!!! Had I only known these questions I would not have wasted my time at this job🤦🏾♀️But I know NOW👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Thank you!!
These are genuinely great questions! Thanks!
Bottom line, NEVER SAY YOU HAVE NO QUESTIONS!!! This is a test and you must have questions. It’ll make you look unprepared and uninterested
This is not an absolute rule though. If you really don’t have any questions, don’t force yourself to come up with one just for the sake of asking. I’ve had this one interview where the candidate did not ask me questions (probably because all of her doubts were already answered during the orientation and/or interview) and I still passed her.
But, I've already asked the question I needed before the lady even said those words. I'm not sure how you guys do but when they interview me, I would also ask questions in between. Rather than being stiff in an interview, it's best if you're eloquent. But also, you need to judge what the interviewer is like. If he/she is strict, just smile, answer the question and subtly ask what you need while at it. If the interviewer is the easy to get along, then, you need to be even more swift with your actions and asking because they can also trick you while you asking tricky question. Yep, speaking from experience lol.
In the end, there's nothing I want to ask anymore.
@@ika6268 I agree. It is really case to case. The candidate needs to discern when to ask questions. In case they really don’t have questions because they were already answered, it’s better to let the interviewer know that’s the case.
@@ika6268 I feel that, i do that too, but I always save one-two questions that are simple for when they ask me that. So if I’ve asked everything else it’s things like “what’s your favorite part about working here” or “what is your ideal candidate” and it’s always worked great for me. When I hired people at my last job the main issue was people who just had zero personality and had no questions at all, but I agree if they had questions throughout the convo but none at the end that’s no problem at all.
@@doppelganger9844I love your mindset.
Also ask what the office culture is like! Their answer says a LOT about how much they expect from their employees and how well they treat them
I hope the person who took my job at my last job asked the why the last person left question, cause my environment was TOXIC and I’m so thankful I’m out of it now. And I’m hoping they fixed the issue.
Another outstanding tip. I used those and similar questions in interviews. Most of my work was selection over other candidates without interview as my career progressed. Again, excellent advice!
Love how inclusive and generous u r🫶
This is actually great compared to other economic “gurus”. Rather than just telling us everything to say to get hired no matter what, you know that we should try and see if the company is actually a good fit for us. Good job
Your tips helped me land my latest job! I start on Tuesday. THANK YOU!
These are actually good! Thanks.
Though the last could make them uncomfortable 😬
What I really wanna ask: "What is the minimum you're expecting from me in order for me to keep the job?"
Hello! I used your second question in a recent interview, which really pleased the interviewers and they listed all the qualities and values I described to them in key words I used. It was very spooky and I got the job 👏👏
gurl, I love your videos and I look forward to every one of them. So helpful!
I stumbled across your channel and I'm glad. Keep up the good work
I love these questions and your explanations of the reasoning behind them. Good advise.
anyone else a little salty that they can't save shorts like this to a playlist so they have to go through a bunch of extra steps like sharing the link and emailing it to themselves or writing it down in a bunch of different places?
saltiness aside this is a very awesome video on the level of informativeness
Yes yes yes!
Pause and screenshot ?
U can like the video then go to all ur liked videos and go on the short and it comes up at a normal video then do as u please
Here, I figured it out: after you've watched the video, go into your library and create a new playlist, and you should be able to select the short.
right click on the short, copy the video url and open it in a different tab, you should be able to save it to a playlist then
You are always ON POINT 🎯!!!! Thanks for sharing great tips; I appreciate that you share from your own direct experiences.
I swear y'all suggest questions that most employers wouldn't wanna answer LOL
That's not a bad thing, I've interviewed a lot of people and being asked questions that have really made me think, has absolutely made that person stand out, and generally it will make you seem more engaged.
Agree. She asks aggressively. I'd ask about the team then throw in how this position became open. That's a legitimate and a good question while giving them the flexibility with their answers. You can tell if something seems to be off as they talk, unless they're really good actors. Nobody's that good of an actor.
I was thinking the same
If you’re qualified for the job and they don’t want to answer these kinds of questions, I’m telling you right now, you don’t want to work for that employer.
A candidate asked my boss similar question, especially how long it took for me to get promoted (since they are hiring for my old position). He hated that question.
If I heard that question, I'd know it was performative.
great tips!!! crossing my fingers for a second interview soon 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾
my one freaking weakness 😂😂😂 *aggressively screenshots everything*
I ask them to tell me about their experience of what it’s like to work there. Their facial expression speaks volumes!
I actually got a job offer 30 minutes after completing an interview with a company just because i revised and knew what to say. its really important to be prepared especially if you dont have the experience or qualifications to back you up.
I think ask questions customised to what youre interested and combine them with the advice given in videos like these
Thank you this meant so much to me.
Awesome! I wish I knew these questions sooner in life.
Wow! This really helped on my McDonald’s interview! I love being a floor worker, #cleaninglife #bringinginthecash
I think it's always important to ask a question, even if this sort of thing feels inappropriate. A good go-to would be to ask about the process going forward and the timescale.
Didn’t expect the… You know the vibes.. cracked me up
Fantastic questions! Although my most hated question is ALWAYS when they ask about salary expectations. It's the most awkward and frustrating dance.
Amazing advice, Bravo!
A really great question I’ve always implemented with every successful interview I have ever done is “In one year, how will you know I was the right person for this job? What does my role look like and how will I have developed.”
If I was interviewing someone that asked any one of these questions I would instantly think “this persons trouble” please don’t follow this advice, unless you get to the end of the interview and really don’t want the job! 😂
I agree.
Be careful with the second set of questions because that may also paint you in a picture where they'll perceive you as someone that may call HR about everything and they may not hire you because of it, even if you're not one of those people
What you're saying is "don't sound too needy or entitled". Fact is though that I wouldn't want to work for people who are skeptical of me trying to be safe or look for help if that is ever going to be needed, regardless of whether or not I'd call HR. It is a red flag when people want yes-men and willing sacrifices.
@@rawkhawk414 exactly and that's how you know not to go for that job in the first place. So in a way, I guess it is good to ask those questions because depending on their reaction and/or response then you'll be able to perceive potential red flags that may dissuade from pursuing that job ultimately. Unfortunately too some of us don't have as much liberty to sift through job offers until the perfect one comes along, in my case in particular due to certain socio-economic limitations. I get your point though
Go in there with 3 questions and be done with it. You don't wanna do another powwow.
@@rawkhawk414 always remember if your job requires an interview, they have other options and you are replaceable
These ate great questions for the white collar/tech sector but I don't see these going over well in most trade/blue-collar spaces
Any advice for those kinds of jobs/interviews?
As someone who sometimes does the technical interviews - wtf are those questions?! XD
1-I don't have the employee record in my head and that's probably private, so I can't tell.
2-we list the tools required for a reason...
3-none left, we're expanding the team.
That would be my usual answers and TBH I'm mostly just looking if the person has enough skills to do the job, or at least is able to learn it quickly. However we have a good atmosphere at work, so we're actually very picky characteristically. If a person is friendly and humble it can make up for a lot of wrong answers. With questions like that, you'd seen very demanding and I'd have doubts if I want to work with you, lol
Tbh your response indicates a work environment many people want to avoid. If you think asking about how to succeed in the role is “too demanding” that is a huge red flag.
“Wtf are those questions” 😂😂😂
I think her questions work well in corporate but definitely not every job type and company.
@@mjjae8122 no, I agree with them. It sounds like bff is looking at her new team as competition for promotions and getting info to outshine instead of being on a team as a team player. It's the vibe she's giving off low-key so I would question hiring her. And if you don't understand why that's the case, then I question your real world work experience!
The question I like is why should I come to work for your company? What makes your company stand apart from the other positions I've received offers for? It's an interview for you as well as for them.
A good answer IMO is: why did you pick me for a callback/face to face interview? It reminds them of your strengths and challenges them to contradict there own decision.
Thank you for this. I had put in an application for a job at a daycare that my school runs. If I get it, it would be my very first job. If I am called for an interview, this will help immensely. Thank you.
One time someone didn't ask me if I had any questions and already closed his notepad and everything. I was so disappoint.
They did the red flag test for you? Or it was a newb interviewer?
You can still ask your questions
Don't worry. Oftentimes, those opportunities aren't that great anyway.
It stings but it's that much sooner you can move onto the next.
They might have wanted to focus on just getting to know you better. - edit, oh I see, I thought they asked, but didn’t take any more notes! Bummer.
Wow as a woman in my 40s wish I had these questions previously HOWEVER THANK YOU Xi can pass on to my children now In the place of work ❤
That’s so awesome! 💥
Love this!!
These were really good questions
Have a tech interview next week. Needed this.
A question I’ve asked that’s gotten good feed back from interviewers is “what attributes makes someone in this role successful?”
It’s not just about the questions either, asking questions looks great and shows interest, but I’ve talked to a few people who have moved up internally at my company and they gave me a few pointers.
1. Dress appropriately. They want you to show that same attention to yourself and how you present yourself that you would to the job. If you don’t even care to take care of yourself, how are you in any position to take on whatever job it is?
2. Bring a pen and small notebook. Not only can you write things down that interest you about the interview, but it shows that you take this pretty seriously and you like to document things.
3. There are tons more appropriate questions you can ask, like what the actual hours are like, if it would be possible to see the work area, if it would be possible to speak to an employee or two, etc. This shows interest but also gives you the info that you need to determine if the job is actually right for you.
Excellent tips!!! ❤
When I was hiring for mid-6 figure jobs what I wanted to hear were questions like, "What exactly do you need now and in the future to grow the company (increase dominance, profitability, marketability, etc.)? I want to be confident that I have the ability to help you fulfill those goals."
My partner answered “how soon can i start?”
he got the job immediately
Amazing videos. Real content
A good one to ask is how do they as a manager or as a company inspire their team to exceed their goals and targets?
This is very good! Thank you
Thanks for these questions🙏🏿😊
I think it’s also reasonable to ask what the position pays. A lot of employers tend to skip over that during the interview process, forgetting you are actually interviewing also to see if you even want the job.
Sounds like great advice 👍🏽
this is the very first interview answer that iv found that doesnt sound patronizing as hell
"Am I hired?" That was what I asked. I learned it from my younger sister. It worked. Got hired on the spot.
I asked "what are the top skills for someone to be successful in this role"
I wouldn't ask most of those questions if I hoped to get the job.
I would normally ask “what questions should I be asking?”
Oh dear, this short appeared on my yt feed a week too late… got the job though 🎉
This is soo helpful!!! Thank you
Good content and information,.
This is good to know!
My money loving heart falls in love just a little bit harder every time I see one of your shorts
Excellent questions
I have an interview coming up. This is perfect timing for me! Thanks!
For the last one: Would they really tell you the truth, if they quit for bad treatment? I feel like they would just cover it up with a lie
It's how the actions come out do they look nervous GTFO if so. If they look sad you might be compared but at least you don't sense danger.
I’m not sure I’d feel comfortable asking the last question at all, and I’d probably ask the others differently. I dont think I’d get concerned over a timeline for moving up when I haven’t even been made an offer. However, I might ask something like “when you consider the strongest performing member of your team, what qualities do they have that brings the most value to the company?” I also like to ask something about how performance is monitored and feedback is communicated, like “It’s really important to me that I maintain a performance mindset, and regular feedback is a great way to make sure I’m meeting expectations. Can you walk me through how you measure success for this position?”
I wish I had asked these questions for my current job