When you go to an interview, you expect to
answer a lot of questions. But have you thought about the questions you should
be asking? An interview is a lot more than a way for the employer to get to
know you. It is also your chance to learn about your employer and about the
position offered. What you find out could make you realize that the job is not
for you after all. Or it could reaffirm your stance that you really want the
position. Before you meet with any potential employer, you should compile a
list of questions to ask at a job interview. Do not read from your list.
Writing your questions down should serve as a memory aid only.
Before you compile your list, study up on the company you
are interviewing with. Find out how much compensation you should expect and how
the company typically treats its employees. Think about the skills and
qualifications you have to offer the company. How will you be able to best
serve the company? The interview meeting provides the opportunity to learn the
answers you seek, but you need to have an idea of what you want to know before
the interview so that you can get the most out of it.
No doubt, the most important thing on your mind will be
money. How much compensation should you expect? What types of benefits are
offered? Don’t worry about appearing greedy. It’s your wallet. You might NEED
to earn a certain salary level to survive. If a company cannot afford to pay
you what you need, you can save a lot of time if you know this before you go
through the rest of the application process.
Ask what will be expected of you and what type of
environment you will be required to work in. Do you think you can work in such
an environment? What can you contribute to such an environment? You should also
take this time to ask about performance reviews, bonuses and raises. How will
your work be appraised and by who? When will you be eligible for a raise? How
much should you expect? These are all questions to ask at a job interview.
Bring up any other concerns that you may have. If you’re
looking for opportunity for advancement, it would be nice to know beforehand if
the company promotes within or hires management from outside the company. If
you want to work for a community-minded company, this is the time to find out
how the company operates in the community.
If you forget questions to ask at a job interview but think
of them later , call the employer. Most people will be more than happy to
address any concerns that you have.
About the author
CK Tan is the owner of JobAsiaSearch.com, a web site dedicated to assisting job seekers secure a
job in Asia. If you need help in your Asia job search or looking for a
job opening in Asia, visit http://www.jobasiasearch.com
Tags: application process, memory aid, money, no doubt, performance reviews, questions to ask at a job interview, salary level, wallet, worry
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