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Ask about it in a job interview
Karolina Jarosz 09.09.2019
On the Internet you will find a lot of articles that will provide you with tips on how to get a good job interview. What to do, what not to do, how to dress and whether it is worth ironing a shirt. We decided to gather the experience of our Recruiters, as well as verify the stories of candidates and choose 7 interesting questions that are worth asking when talking to the recruiter.
Why ask the recruiter questions at all? In this way, you will show that you are actually interested in this position, because you are interested in details. This will give the recruiter the understanding that you feel at ease during the conversation and have the courage to ask questions. Remember that the customs task, and above all the specific one, the questions are also a signal to the recruiter that you have knowledge of the subject, and the details related to the work in the position for which you are applying are no stranger to you. Below is a collection of questions that could prove to be a hit.
What are the possible paths for development and promotion?
The answer to this question will allow you to assess whether you will want to grow in this company, and at the same time you will show that you are thinking about this job in the long term, and you will also find out whether there are opportunities for promotion in this position and in what perspective or in what direction.
Who will be my supervisor and what does he pay attention to at work?
By asking this question, you will show that you are thinking about your colleagues. You will also show that you want the cooperation between you to be successful. By the way, you will find out if employees in the company speak positively about themselves, and this can give you part of the picture of the atmosphere prevailing at work. You’ll also learn something about your company’s management style and project management, which is an important factor in your job satisfaction.
Is it a newly created position or do you come as part of a „replacement”?
Go ahead and ask what happened to the person who worked in this position. Be aware that you may face the same problems that the previous person faced.
Is there a chance to fund training?
With this question you will make it clear that you care about your own development, but also on the development of the company. A good recruiter knows that the stronger the team builds the company, the stronger the company is. You can also ask about the amount of the training budget.
How experienced are the other team members?
You’ll find out if you’ll be a mentor working with people with less skill than yours. Or maybe you will have the opportunity to learn many useful things by working as the least experienced person among the sweepers. Being the most experienced member of the team is a responsibility. Also consider who you will be able to learn from if you are to be a mentor yourself.
What technologies do you work in and why?
There’s a good chance you won’t get this or any other technical response from recruiters. But it is very possible that they will send them to you later. And yet, the more you know about the company you’re going to work for, the better for you. This information will also allow you to
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