The question also gives me insight into whether or not the candidate is a curious person. I value curiosity because it?s a critical element of both learning and adaptability. Since change is the not-so-new normal, the abilities to learn and adapt are almost always critically important in the positions I fill.
Now, here?s the kicker. Hardly anyone can answer the question. Not even people interviewing for six-figure jobs. Most candidates don?t prepare for interviews by learning about the company. I always want to ask, ?So, you want to work for a company you know nothing about?? But I don?t. It might damage our rapport. Good interviewers establish rapport with candidates. Maybe I will ask in the last interview I do before I retire. Although my list of things I want to do in that interview is already pretty long.
All these slackers less prepared candidates give you the opportunity to establish yourself as a proactive, go-getter by simply learning a little about the company before your interview. Try their website and/or their annual report for starters. Then Google the news about them. Talk with people you know who work there or in the same industry. Take note of what makes you curious about the business. This isn?t rocket surgery, but it does take initiative ? and that?s priceless.
Do a little research and you will be prepared to answer, ?What do you know about our company?? and (added bonus) ?Do you have any questions for me?? It?s almost certain you will be asked one or both of those questions and that you will answer them better than other candidates because you prepared. This is low hanging fruit. Pick it.
I write executive resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Save time. Get hired. Please email me at donnasvei@gmail.com or call me at (208) 721-0131.
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