Interview Technique

[emmelinemay]

Ok, so once I get a job interview, I seem to do pretty well. I read all about the company on their website beforehand where possible, and I'm smiley and bubbly and professional. I think carefully about their questions and answer them with a mixture of honesty and I'M REALLYGOODness.

I generally get pretty good feedback from interviews, but I'm not actually getting any jobs. I think one of the places I fall down on is asking questions.

They always ask you if you have any questions about the company or the role, and my mind just goes BLANK. I can never think of any good questions to ask.

So. What are good questions to ask? What should I avoid asking?

Comments

[jez-alone.livejournal.com]

Second everyone...
I also ask about the client, the good/the bad (but that could relevant to my line of work and not what you are applying for)

I also ask if they feel there is any reason they wouldn't hire me. I know it sounds like an odd one, but it gives you the chance to address any weaknesses/issues they may have with you or your experience.

I also ask about the ethos of the company. If they company stands for something (like at TEQUILA\ it was Disruption) how does that come alive in the way that they treat their people, do business, etc.

I have also looked at direct competitor sites (of clients usually) and ask about how they feel about what their competitors are doing. It can make them feel that you are not only interested in getting a job, but that you are interested in the field as a whole. It's proactive.