What Questions To Ask In An Interview
Something many individuals don't realize is that when you go into your interview it is actually two ways. Yes, you need to answer their questions and sell yourself as qualified candidate, but your own questions can actually be just as important.
The purpose of the reference sheet is so the hiring manager can do a background check on you from individuals. Everyone on your reference sheet will probably say good things about you, but the fact that you can string together a number of individuals who support you (especially professional contacts) signifies that you have worth. Collecting Your Contacts
What to Ask Now is your time to shine. If you feel that you haven't left the impression you are were hoping for you can use your questions to steer the interview in a more favorable direction. If you have background information about the industry you can bring up topics the company is facing and even offer suggestions. This is especially useful when you are specific to the department you are interviewing for. It shows that you have the ability to solve your boss's problems.
If you are leaning toward a career in Computer Science the skills that you need to acquire in order of importance are Java, software engineering, oracle, linux, javascript, Unix, C++, XML, C#, Information Systems, OOAD, .NET, Operating Systems, and Software Development. If you are looking at different programs make sure that their curriculum covers these skills.
What Not to Ask Poor questions are actually worse than no questions. Definitely do not discuss salary, benefits, and promotion timetables. These types of questions are for second interview when the company is offering you the job and you need to know the details to compare opportunities. If this is not the situation do not bring these up.
When creating your sheet there are number of different formats that you can use. Make sure that you keep it simple and easy to navigate. Also keep the same heading format that you use on your resume and cover letters.
Do not ask questions about proprietary information. It is ok to ask about the mission of the company or the vision for the workforce. It is not ok to ask information about their current market share or their products compared to competitors. This is private information that they will not share with you and it actually might be offensive.
Update Your Sheet Every couple of years or perhaps more frequently make sure to update the information on your reference sheet. This is especially true for seniors graduating from a Salt Lake City College. The same contacts you had for student jobs will probably not be the ones you will want as contacts for your career. As you progress in your career you will have more experiences and success.
The biggest takeaway is to come prepared. Have questions in mind as you enter your interview and you will find both you and the interviewer gain more from the experience.
The purpose of the reference sheet is so the hiring manager can do a background check on you from individuals. Everyone on your reference sheet will probably say good things about you, but the fact that you can string together a number of individuals who support you (especially professional contacts) signifies that you have worth. Collecting Your Contacts
What to Ask Now is your time to shine. If you feel that you haven't left the impression you are were hoping for you can use your questions to steer the interview in a more favorable direction. If you have background information about the industry you can bring up topics the company is facing and even offer suggestions. This is especially useful when you are specific to the department you are interviewing for. It shows that you have the ability to solve your boss's problems.
If you are leaning toward a career in Computer Science the skills that you need to acquire in order of importance are Java, software engineering, oracle, linux, javascript, Unix, C++, XML, C#, Information Systems, OOAD, .NET, Operating Systems, and Software Development. If you are looking at different programs make sure that their curriculum covers these skills.
What Not to Ask Poor questions are actually worse than no questions. Definitely do not discuss salary, benefits, and promotion timetables. These types of questions are for second interview when the company is offering you the job and you need to know the details to compare opportunities. If this is not the situation do not bring these up.
When creating your sheet there are number of different formats that you can use. Make sure that you keep it simple and easy to navigate. Also keep the same heading format that you use on your resume and cover letters.
Do not ask questions about proprietary information. It is ok to ask about the mission of the company or the vision for the workforce. It is not ok to ask information about their current market share or their products compared to competitors. This is private information that they will not share with you and it actually might be offensive.
Update Your Sheet Every couple of years or perhaps more frequently make sure to update the information on your reference sheet. This is especially true for seniors graduating from a Salt Lake City College. The same contacts you had for student jobs will probably not be the ones you will want as contacts for your career. As you progress in your career you will have more experiences and success.
The biggest takeaway is to come prepared. Have questions in mind as you enter your interview and you will find both you and the interviewer gain more from the experience.
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