Resume/Interview Tips

**Stealthyking** · 07-11-12, 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by CivilWars

It has, yes, but I haven't been on a job interview in years.

I only ask cause im preparing to interview for management at my current job and i might use that.

**Stealthyking** · 07-11-12, 06:34 PM

Aside from that, what would be a good question to ask at the end of the interview?

**The Meat Shield** · 07-13-12, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by Stealthyking

Aside from that, what would be a good question to ask at the end of the interview?

Here are a few that I love to hear:

"What is the most rewarding part of this position?"
"What options are available for professional development?"
"What do you think may be a challenge in transitioning to this position" NOTE: Always respect their opinion, but subtlely rebuttal it and find a way that you can make that transition.

**CivilWars** · 07-13-12, 10:27 AM

I have been on both sides of the fence in job interviews, and I like to hear and ask questions about how the applicant can improve the situation. So for example, "What is/are the biggest challenge(s) facing this position/department?" Most companies/managers are mostly concerned about how you will make/save them money and time. If you can alleviate the problems they are currently facing you make them happy. Happy people like to give you more promotions and raises.

**asianator365** · 07-15-12, 05:02 AM

Originally Posted by CivilWars

At the end of the interview I always ask the same question, when do you want me to start? I just assume I am getting the job.

It's important to understand the hiring process prior to asking this question. For instance, many jobs will require that you go through a series of interviews, recruitment events, tests, etc. prior to making you an offer. I am aware of at least one person that went through six separate interview stages for one position. Obviously, asking a question about when you would start in the position would be inappropriate during the first interview stage for this case. However, if you ask when they want you to start at the right time, it could go over well.

**The Meat Shield** · 07-15-12, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by asianator365

It's important to understand the hiring process prior to asking this question. For instance, many jobs will require that you go through a series of interviews, recruitment events, tests, etc. prior to making you an offer. I am aware of at least one person that went through six separate interview stages for one position. Obviously, asking a question about when you would start in the position would be inappropriate during the first interview stage for this case. However, if you ask when they want you to start at the right time, it could go over well.

I just had an interview for my current job that went like this.

Remote Interview
On-Campus Interview
Phone Interview
Second Phone Interview
Reference Checks