Here are the 6 best questions to ask during an interview, according to Welcome to the Jungle:
“What made you think, ‘That’s it!’ when you read this job posting?”
Carole David, a recruitment expert at Murfy, particularly likes to ask this question during an initial interview
. According to her, it’s both a way to gain insight into how the job posting is perceived and to learn about the candidate’s spontaneous motivations
. It’s a question that offers valuable insight into the candidate’s first impressions, as well as revealing their personality and values.
"Who are your references when it comes to…?"
Charlotte, a social media director at a digital agency, uses this question to quickly screen candidates during phone screening interviews
. The choice of references reveals their understanding of digital culture, which is essential for a position in social media
. Above all, it highlights the diversity of the candidates’ sources of inspiration, offering a glimpse into their intellectual curiosity
. This is a question that should be adapted to the specific field of expertise, of course.
“What do you expect from your manager?”
For Sofiane, a sales director in e-commerce, this question is a quick and easy way to gauge whether a collaboration is feasible
. This question allows him to gauge the candidate’s expectationstheir future manager by identifying their preferences and understanding the leadership style of the person who will be supervising them
It helps ensure that the working relationship will be harmonious and that the candidate will feel comfortable in their role
"What would you do if you could completely change careers?"
Elliot, the head of an accounting firm, likes to end his interviews with this lighthearted yet revealing question
This question sheds light on an important aspect of the candidate’s personality
It not only reveals their deepest aspirations but also helps determine whether they are aligned with their current position or whether they are likely to actively pursue their “Plan B” in the future
Ultimately, it is a subtle way to gauge the candidate’s job satisfaction and potential stability within the company
“What exactly did you accomplish in your previous position?”
François, the CEO of a training company, isn’t satisfied with rehearsed answers to this seemingly standard question
—this question offers valuable insight into what the candidate can do, what they enjoy doing, and how they view their own career path, which can help predict their future performance
“What would you do if you had to work with a colleague whom you consider incompetent or with whom you don’t get along?”
Anthony, a CFO at a construction company, acknowledges that this blunt question allows him to push candidates to their limits
—now that’s a question that certainly catches people off guard!
—while also allowing him to assess the candidates’ interpersonal skills and conflict management abilities—all “soft skills” that are essential in the professional world
inspired by "Welcome to the Jungle"