Comments on: Winning the Interview

By: Cynthia Hall

Cynthia Hall — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:15:03 +0000

I agree totally with the above comments. It is very important to ask questions in an interview. However to help our clients to be successful in an interview we (CDF) must teach our clients how to prepare strong and meaningful questions to ask the interviewer. The questions in the article are some powerful and meaningful question to use.

By: Debbie Fitzgerald

Debbie Fitzgerald — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:36:12 +0000

Yes, I agree that asking questions in an interview is very important - not only does it show that you are listening during the interview, along with “doing your homework”, but it shows the employer that you are truly interested in the position…and probably helps with the “comfort” factor. No one feels very comfortable in an interview - so asking questions can be used as an “icebreaker” and to further get to know each other in that process, etc.

By: Charnequa

Charnequa — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:30:49 +0000

Before becoming a school counselor, I directed a youth development program for a non-profit organization. In this area, turnovers tend to be high. It amazed me how interviewees were at times ill prepared for the interview. Some were new to the work force, others had several years work experience. It was the individuals that ask questions similar to those in the article and were prepared (attire, answering questions, etc.), received the job offers.

By: Lerah Brooks

Lerah Brooks — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 22:08:56 +0000

I am currently preparing students for FBLA State Leadership Conference. One of my students placed 1st at the regional level in Job Interview, and has advanced to compete at the state level in April. This article could not have come sooner. Thanks, for all of the resources that you are providing us with in this class. I have printed this off to share with him so that he will be prepared and ready for the challenge. He is going to get that JOB. We are looking forward to advancing on to compete at the national level.

By: Meshia Means

Meshia Means — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:51:14 +0000

When I was younger I never knew to ask questions in an interview, one of the things I was not taught in high school. I now know that its important to ask questions and there are good questions here that I will keep in mind to be sure I inform others of.

By: Robin G

Robin G — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:07:13 +0000

I remember my first interview as a co-op student in high schoool. I was 16 and truly uninformed. When I asked my supervisor why I got the job; she said it was because I asked questions when none of the other students did. Since then, I realized how important it is to show interest in the job you are applying for by asking questions. One other hint I have is to know something about the company/organization and mention something that makes the employer feel you did your homework.

By: Allen Cook

Allen Cook — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:57:59 +0000

Using well timed insightful questions shows the interviewer that you have done your homework and gives them a glimpse of where your priorities lie. I agree with the other 2 posts stating that questions regarding pay are not appropriate at the point of interview unless initiated by the interviewer. I give interview pointers to the youth in my WIA program and will be sure to tell them about the good questions listed in the Blog. Good BLOG!

By: Linda Kesler

Linda Kesler — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:17:32 +0000

I agree completely with Tracy’s comments regarding people asking pay and benefit questions too early in the interviewing process. I believe that the applicant (interviewee) should do some research on pay, benefits, etc. before they go to the interview. They should know a considerable amount about what the company does, what it makes, or what services it provides, what the company’s long range goals are, turnover rate among employees, etc.
The applicant should show a true interest in working for the company, not just getting the job and the paycheck. Of course, most everyone I know works to earn a living, but being satisfied with your job should be equally important.

By: Tracy H

Tracy H — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:57:51 +0000

I believe too many people ask the questions employers do not want to hear, such as pay, benefits, and vacation. These items will reveal themselves if you are offered the job. Concentrate on questions that will reveal your compatibility to the working environment. Satisfaction in a job is much more important than pay. I have experienced it first hand.

By: Frank

Frank — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:16:59 +0000

Really great advice, Julia. Thank you for adding that!!!