5 Great Ways To Answer “Do You Have Any Questions For Me?’

By Audrey Korir

Whenever a recruiter asks “do you have any questions for me?”  Please let your answer always be “YES!”

It may catch you off-guard because you feel as though you have covered absolutely everything in the interview. However, your best bet should be to respond to this question than to politely decline.

Why do interviewers ask this? They want to gauge your interest in the position or to see if you are still engaged in the conversation.

Many of us forget that companies want proactive employees who bring something to the table. They’re not interested in workers who will simply perform well.

Strive to impress the recruiter by showing them that you want to be a team player who is in it to ensure they achieve their goals.

I know you are still wondering, “But what kind of questions should I ask?’’  Well, don’t panic! Here are some 5 simple options to consider:

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What is a typical working day here for you?

It’s not easy to learn all about the company culture before you actually start working there.  Take advantage of this question to gain more insights about what life is like as an employee.

The interviewer may tell you about their responsibilities, how their plan their schedules or current projects they are working on.

However, don’t expect them to disclose so much information, gear your question towards focusing more on the company’s atmosphere and people.

What do you expect from team members in this position?

 Job descriptions are often used to peak interest in a position. Sometimes the intricate requirements are neglected.

Asking this question in an interview helps you determine what you’re going to be doing and what is expected of you.

Recruiters expect and respect these questions. Asking them to explain the job requirements in detail shows you are detail-oriented, like to know all the facts before making a decision and are not afraid to ask the difficult questions.

How would you describe the leadership style at this company?

Leadership styles in most companies and organizations work from the top going down. However, they may vary so it’s always good to ask to know how the company works.

Are leaders more hands-off, or do they prefer to work closely with employees?

Whether you’re interviewing for a leadership role yourself or simply want to know what the people you’ll be working under are like, this is important information for you to gather.

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 Where do you see the company in 5 or more years?

This question serves two purposes. First, we all want stability, and the hiring manager’s answer will serve to tell you just how stable the company is.

Who wants to work for an organization that will lay off workers soon?

Asking this question also tells the interviewer you care about the company and want to build a lasting relationship.

Recruiters want to hire long-term candidates who are willing to stick around for more than a couple of years.

I hear you, so you’ve been caught off-guard and can’t come up with an impressive question to ask.

This question here is the safest and most sensible one to put across.

Will there be second interviews scheduled? Will they get in touch with everybody—even if they aren’t moving forward?

Most recruiters will let you know should they choose to further engage you.

But, in cases where they ask if you need anything clarified, it won’t hurt to put it across.

Conclusively, it leaves a bad impression on the recruiter if you do not prepare questions to ask them. Asking questions may just be the ticket that you need to secure the job!

Do not be in a hurry to say no and exit the room, your interview may have started on a high note but ended on a low simply because you did not prepare for this question.

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