At the end of almost every job interview you will be given an opportunity to ask your interviewer questions. When this time arrives, you have to ask at least one question. This will show your interviewer that you are serious about the interview and truly interested in working for their company. If the employer has given you literature about the organization before the interview, they expect you to read it and formulate questions about it. Be sure not to ask obvious questions that could have been answered by reading the brochures or looking at the company’s website. This wastes the interviewers time and does not speak well of you. It is also important to NEVER ask questions about salary, stock options,benefits or vacation/holiday schedules at this time. You should also avoid asking personal questions or any questions that are not directly related to the job. Here are some questions to consider:

* What are the day-to-day expectations and responsibilities of this job?
* Can you describe a typical day for someone in this position?
* What are the most difficult problems that this jobs entails?
* How will my leadership responsibilities and performance be measured? And by whom? How often?
* Why is this position available right now?
* Can you describe the company’s management style?
* Can you discuss your take on the company’s corporate culture?
* Does the organization support ongoing training and education for employees to stay current in their fields?
* What do you think is the greatest opportunity facing the organization in the near future? The biggest threat?
* How is this department perceived within the organization?
* What are my options for advancement?
* Is there a formal process for advancement within the organization?
* What are the traits and skills of people who are the most successful within the organization?
* What would you most like to see done in the next 6 months?
* What changes do you envision in near future for this company?
* What is the organization’s policy on transfers to other divisions or other offices?

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