27 Killer Interview Questions to Land Your Dream Job According To Linkedin
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27 Killer Interview Questions to Land Your Dream Job According To Linkedin
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Most people get the job interview wrong.
It’s crazy to see how many talented people fall off the cliff too early. And they look for external reasons or blame the recruiters for not getting the job.
But the reality is you are in the driver’s seat!
It’s up to you to seize the opportunity given to you while you also test the company to see if there is a great fit.
To do so, you need to come prepared and do your search beforehand.
So far so good.
But as you know, the number of jobs in CS is shrinking while demand is exploding right now.
And it’s tougher to differentiate yourself from the hundreds of other candidates including those who lost their jobs recently.
So, how are you going to stand out?
By asking killer questions no one else asks.
The same way you’d do with your customers to understand their needs.
But not any questions. Only relevant ones.
Those that invite your interviewer to elaborate and give you more insights.
This is why your goal should be to go deep and impress your interviewer. To make it a memorable experience.
On a side note: never ask about salary or benefits in the first interview. Nor basic questions you could google. This would be a red flag for your interviewer.
And remember:
In the end, the one who gets the job is not always the most qualified. But sometimes the most energized and empathetic. Kind of people everyone wants to work with.
So, now that we laid down the foundations, here are the top 27 killer questions to ask and increase your chances to land your next dream job:
The position
1. Why is this position needed?
2. What are the top priorities for this role?
3. Is this a new position or a replacement?
4. What skills would an ideal candidate have?
5. What are the top challenges of the position?
6. What are the criteria for success in this job?
7. Can you describe a typical day for someone in this role?
The Team
8. What are the team’s biggest challenges at the moment?
9. Can you tell me more about the people I’ll be working with and the team structure?
10. Which other departments does this team interact with the most?
Company's expectations
11. What does the performance review process look like?
12. What’s one challenge you expect the new hire to tackle fast?
13. What are your expectations for the first 30, 60, or 90 days?
Company Culture & Values
14. What’s your approach to remote work?
15. What’s your take on the company’s culture?
16. How would you describe the company’s values?
17. Can you tell me more about the work environment here?
Career Development
18. Are there any training opportunities?
19. Is there any corporate process for internal moves to other departments or offices?
20. What would be the next natural career steps for someone in this position?
Your interviewer
21. What’s your top challenge at the moment?
22. What do you enjoy the most about working here?
23. What’s the one thing missing that could ease your life?
24. What gets you up in the morning to come to work here?
Next Steps
25. What’s next in the interview process?
26. What’s your ideal timeline to fill in the role?
27. Do you have any other questions I could address before I go?
And that’s it!
Keep these questions in mind for your next interview and ASK.
You’ll stand out immediately, I guarantee it!
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