Ask How to Contribute to the Company’s Mission During the Interview
You want to stand out in the interview. The goal is to show the potential employer that not only can you get the job done, you are also the best candidate. One way to validate your work ethic is to ask how your work will contribute to the company’s mission.
LinkedIn author and influencer Dave Kerpen asked a group of executives and entrepreneurs the most impressive question a job interview candidate has ever asked them. There were some great but Kerpen favorites:
How will my work contribute to the fulfillment of the organization’s mission?
He told Business Insider that this question says a lot about the candidate:
First, he says that the applicant is a great thinker. Second, it tells me that the candidate is not just looking for a job – she is looking for something to believe in. I want these people to work for us.
Of course, it also shows that the person is interested in the company’s mission and wants to contribute to its vision. And it’s a great option to have the inevitable handy: “Do you have questions for me?” question. This opens up a discussion that can help the interviewer and the candidate understand if they are right for each other.
Check out other impressive candidate questions at the link below.
1 Most Impressive Job Interview Question | LinkedIn via Business Insider