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Things to Ask:
- Please describe the duties of the job for me.
- What kinds of assignments might I expect the first six months on the job?
- What products (or services) are in the developmental stage now?
- Do you have plans for expansion?
- In what ways is your organization involved in the community or in the environmental concerns??
- Is this a new position?
- What is the largest single problem facing your staff (or department) now?
- What is the career ladder for this position?
- How are job performances evaluated? How often?
- What is a typical work day like?
- Is there a formal training program or on the job training?
- Is there a probation period? Afterwards, will I have increased authority and responsibilities?
- Will I have my own projects?
- Will I be supervising others?
- Do you fill positions from the outside or promote from within first?
- To whom would I report?
- What qualities are you looking for in the candidate who fills this position?
- What skills are important? Are creativity and individuality encouraged?
- Where does this department fit in the organization?
- What characteristics do the achievers in this company seem to share?
- Is there team/project work? Will I have the opportunity to work on special projects?
- What kind of equipment/technology is available for use on the job?
- Does your company provide/encourage additional training or education?
- What is the next step in the hiring process?
- When might I expect to hear from you?
Things to NOT Ask:
- What is the salary?
- How much vacation will I get?
- What are the benefits?
- How secure is the job?
- How soon will there be a promotion?
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