这个职位你们理想中的候选人是什么样的？

Hoover recommends this question because it's a quick way to figure out whether your skills align with what the company is currently looking for. If they don't match up, then you know to walk away instead of wasting time pursuing the wrong position for yourself, she says.

向谁汇报？主次顺序是什么？

It's important to ask about the pecking order of a company in case you have several bosses. If you're going to be working for several people, you need to know "the lay of the internal land," she says, or if you're going to be over several people, then you probably want to get to know them before accepting the position.

这个职位如何演变？

Basically, this question just lets you know whether this job is a dead end or a stepping-stone.

您如何描述企业文化？

Hoover says this question gives you a broad view on the corporate philosophy of a company and on whether it prioritizes employee happiness.

您认为贵司主要竞争对手是谁？

This question is not for the faint of heart, but it shows that you are already thinking about how you can help the company rise to meet some of its bigger goals, says Peter Harrison, CEO of Snagajob.

胜任这个职位除了硬技能外，还需要什么软实力？

Knowing what skills the company thinks are important will give you more insight into its culture and its management values, Hoover says, so you can evaluate whether you would fit in.

对我的资质有否疑虑？

While this question puts you in a vulnerable position, it shows that you are confident enough to openly bring up and discuss your weaknesses with your potential employer.

您最喜欢这家公司什么？

Hoover says this question is important because it lets you "create a sense of camaraderie" with the interviewer because "interviewers — like anyone — usually like to talk about themselves and especially things they know well." Plus, this question gives you a chance to get an insider's view on the best parts about working for this particular company, she says.

对于该如何与我的上司合作您能给到举例么？

Knowing how managers use their employees is important so you can decide whether they are the type of boss that will let you use your strengths to help the company succeed.

在贵公司给到Offer前我还需要完成哪些步骤？

"Any opportunity to learn the timeline for a hire is crucial information for you," Hoover advises. Asking about an "offer" rather than a "decision" will give you a better sense of the timeline because "decision" is a broad term, while an "offer" refers to the point when they're ready to hand over the contract.

您如何评价公司核心价值？贵司正在努力改进的是什么？

Harrison says this is a respectful way to ask about shortcomings within the company — which you should definitely be aware of before joining a company. As a bonus, he says it shows that you are being proactive in wanting to understand more about the internal workings of the company before joining it.

这个岗位的挑战是什么？

If the interviewer says, "There aren't any," you should proceed with caution.

之前的员工在这个岗位上取得了哪些成就？

The main point of this question is to get your interviewer to reveal how the company measures success.

如果我被雇佣，在贵司典型的一个工作日会是什么样的？

Obviously this shows your eagerness about the position, Harrison says, but it also gives you a better idea about what the job will be like on a daily basis so you can decide whether you really want to pursue it. "A frank conversation about position expectations and responsibilities will ensure not only that this is a job you want, but also one that you have the skills to be successful in," he advises.

什么类型的员工更能在贵司取得成功？对推进公司来说什么样的品质是最重要的？

This question shows the interviewer that you care about your future at the company, and it will also help you decide if you're a good fit for the position, Oliver writes. "Once the interviewer tells you what she's looking for in a candidate, picture that person in your mind's eye," she says. "She or he should look a lot like you."

有没有其他人您想让我与其见面的？

Hoover says knowing if they want you to meet with potential coworkers or not will give you insight into how much the company values building team synergy. In addition, if the interviewer says you have four more interviews to go, then you've gained a better sense of the hiring timeline as well, she says.

您如何帮助团队专业成长？

Harrison says this question shows that you're willing to work hard to ensure that you grow along with your company. This is particularly important for hourly workers, he says, because they typically have a higher turnover rate, and are thus always looking for people who are thinking long-term.

当员工遇到冲突找到您的时候，您如何回应？

Knowing how a company deals with conflicts gives you a clearer picture about the company's culture, Harrison says. But more importantly, asking about conflict resolution shows that you know dealing with disagreements in a professional manner is essential to the company's growth and success.

在面试流程中我有机会与将要成为我的团队成员/经理的人见面么？

Getting the chance to meet with potential teammates or managers is essential to any professional interview process, Hoover says. If they don't give that chance, "proceed with caution," she advises.

您如何评估成功？

Knowing how a company measures its employees' success is important. It will help you understand what it would take to advance in your career there — and can help you decide if the employer's values align with your own.

贵司目前面临的问题有哪些？您的部门如何解决这些问题？

Asking about problems within a company gets the "conversation ball" rolling, and your interviewer will surely have an opinion, Oliver writes. Further, she says their answers will give you insights into their personality and ambitions and will likely lead to other questions.

我何时能收到您的回复？

This one tells them you're interested in the role and eager to hear their decision. "Knowing a company's timeline should be your ultimate goal during an interview process after determining your fit for the position and whether you like the company's culture," Hoover says. It will help you determine how and when to follow up, and how long to wait before "moving on."

这是个全新的职位么？如果不是，前任为何离职？

This might be uncomfortable to ask, but Harrison says it's not uncommon to ask and that it shows you are being smart and analytical by wanting to know why someone may have been unhappy in this role previously. If you found out they left the role because they were promoted, that's also useful information.

您对公司未来三年发展怎么看？这个岗位的员工该如何为这个愿景做出贡献？

Asking this question will show your interviewer that you can think big picture, that you're wanting to stay with the company long-term, and that you want to make a lasting impression in whatever company you end up in, says Harrison.

我在Y杂志上看到关于贵司CEO的文章，您能让我多了解一些么？

Oliver says questions like this simply show you've done your homework and are genuinely interested in the company and its leaders.

您如何开启新的商业模块？如果公司有新的业务谁会一起参与？

Asking about a company's game plan shows that you are eager and proactive, Oliver writes. "Star performers are usually eager to get involved in the new business effort, even if they are not technically on the new business team," she says. "When you ask about new business, you're signaling that you're an A player."

贵司员工流失率是多少？您如何降低流失率？

While this question may seem forward, Harrison says it's a smart question to ask because it shows that you understand the importance of landing a secure position. "It is a black and white way to get to the heart of what kind of company this is and if people like to work here," he says.

对于您做决定我还需提供哪些信息么？

This simple question is polite to ask and it can give you peace of mind to know that you've covered all your bases, Hoover says. "It shows enthusiasm and eagerness but with polish."

还有哪些是我们还未讨论到但您认为是重要的如果在贵司工作的话？

Hoover says this is a good wrap-up question that gives you a break from doing all the talking. In addition, she says you may get "answers to questions you didn't even know to ask but are important."