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5 Great Questions To Help You End Your Interview On A High Note

Pull a George Costanza!

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5 Great Questions To Help You End Your Interview On A High Note
Abbey Patterson

Whether it’s your first or one hundredth time interviewing for a job, walking into an employer’s office is always nerve-racking. Keeping the conversation flowing and ending on a positive note are key to a successful interview.

In the handful of interviews and meetings that I have had in my own job search, many of those meetings concluded with the same question – “Do you have any questions for me?” As easy as that question seems, I have learned that many interviewees freeze-up when confronted with this question – especially at the end of the interview. In many cases, interviewees answer with a response like "Nope. I think we covered everything." This can often lead to an awkward, clunky, close to the meeting.

A better way to end (and carry) the meeting is to demonstrate that you appreciated the conversation, feel like you connected, and are excited and eager to learn more. If you get the opportunity to ask questions at the end, be sure to use your last opportunity to speak to end things on a high note. If you get that magic question, it is extremely important that you ask questions that reinforce your continued interest, curiosity, and drive. It's the perfect opportunity to get the employer talking about what they do and why they like working for the company - giving you one last chance to try to position your own skills and personality as a good fit. Here are 5 great questions to ask an employer if you get the chance (either at the close or any time during the interview):

  1. What does your typical day look like?
  2. What kinds of projects do interns do and how do they interact with you?
  3. What skill set and qualities are currently highest in demand for a candidate?
  4. What is your favorite thing about working at (company’s name)?
  5. What advice do you have for me?

George Costanza demonstrates how to leave on a high note -- here.

Best of Luck!

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