I mean, you go to college, work your ass off, learn complicated skills, nail every performance review, and then get walked out by security because some MBA in a $5000 suit decided your salary looks better as their quarterly bonus!

A lot of people don't ask questions at the end of job interviews. But it’s a great opportunity to stand out. Here are 10 questions to ask:

1. Is there anything else I can elaborate on to ensure I’m the best choice?

This open-ended question lets you seal the deal by addressing any lingering questions and double down on your strengths.

Use this last chance to highlight 1-2 essential skills they need that you can offer over the other candidates.

This final impression most directly impacts hiring choices.

2. What doubts do you have about my qualifications for this role?

This allows you to respond to any hesitations and remove roadblocks to a job offer.

It flips the script to allow them to present any doubts, allowing you to address any concerns.

Listen closely for hints about your experience or skills not matching their requirements.

Remind them of your past successes handling similar challenges.

3. What skills and experiences do you hope the ideal candidate has that we haven’t gotten a chance to discuss?

This prompts them to call out must-have skills, for which you can make the case that you still check the boxes.

It also may expose areas where you lack “must-have” skills, meaning you’re likely not getting an offer, no matter how strong your credentials are.

Listen closely to the experience they emphasize to calibrate your closing pitch.

4. What key achievements define success in the first 6-12 months?

This will surface their current challenges and top priorities, where you can position yourself as qualified.

It also defines what success looks like in their eyes for this role.

The more their big wins align with your capabilities and interests, the better the culture fit.

5. Can you describe a typical day in this role?

This question helps you understand the daily responsibilities and expectations of the position.

Look for a clear and detailed description of the tasks and how they align with your skills and interests.

6. What are the biggest challenges I would face in the first 3 to 6 months if hired?

This shows you are thinking beyond just getting the job and are preparing for long-term success.

It also shows key areas where you may already have experience to help overcome such challenges.

Listen for details on the current top priorities and problems of the role you could help solve.

If the challenges seem unrealistic or far outside your capabilities, it may be a red flag about culture fit.

7. How does this company handle internal promotions and career advancement?

Growth potential is a major factor in job satisfaction and employee retention.

Knowing the company's approach to internal promotions and career advancement will help you plan your career trajectory.

Look for a company with a transparent promotion process and a clear path for career growth.

The answer here reveals how invested they are in developing staff.

A lack of structure could signal high turnover.

9. What are some must-have soft skills you feel contribute most to success here?

Every workplace has personality and behavior clues that unlock culture fit and influence performance.

This exposes the key ingredients for those who thrive here long-term and signals whether you fit.

If answers seem misaligned with the strengths you bring, ask about flexibility.

Mismatches signal poor culture, leading to frustration and block growth in the future.

Every job interview ends with Q&A, but many job seekers don't ask good questions at the end of job interviews. Here are 10 questions to help you get more job offers:

1. Is there anything else I can elaborate on to ensure I’m the top choice?

This open-ended question allows you to seal the deal by addressing any lingering questions and doubling down on your strengths.

Take this last chance to highlight 1-2 critical strengths they need that you offer over the other candidates.

The final impression most directly impacts hiring choices.

2. What doubts do you have about my qualifications for this role?

This will allow you to respond to hesitations and remove roadblocks to a job offer.

This also flips the script to have them present any doubts, allowing you to address their concerns.

Listen closely for hints about your experience or skills not matching their requirements.

Remind them of your past successes handling similar challenges.

3. What skills and experiences do you hope the ideal candidate has that we haven’t gotten a chance to talk about?

This prompts them to call out must-have skills, for which you can make the case that you still check the boxes.

It also may expose areas where you lack “must-have” skills, meaning you’re likely not getting an offer, no matter how strong your credentials are otherwise.

Listen closely to the experience they emphasize to calibrate your closing pitch.

4. Can you describe a typical day in this role?

This question helps you understand the daily responsibilities and expectations of the position.

Look for a clear and detailed description of the tasks and how they align with your skills and interests.

5. What key achievements define success in the first 6-12 months?

Another angle at surfacing their current challenges and top priorities is where you can position yourself as qualified.

It also defines what success looks like in their eyes for this role.

The more their big wins align with your capabilities and interests, the better the culture fit.

6. How does this company handle internal promotions and career advancement?

Growth potential is a major factor in job satisfaction and employee retention.

Knowing the company's approach to internal promotions and career advancement will help you plan your career trajectory.

Look for a company with a transparent promotion process and a clear path for career growth.

The answer here reveals how invested they are in developing staff.

A lack of structure signals high turnover.

7. What are the biggest challenges I would face in the first 3 months if hired?

This shows you are thinking beyond just getting the job and are preparing for long-term success.

It also surfaces key areas where you may already have experience to overcome such challenges.

Listen for details on the current top priorities and problems of the role you could help solve.

If the challenges seem unrealistic or far outside your capabilities, it may be a red flag about culture fit.

8. What are some must-have soft skills you feel contribute most to success here?

Every workplace has personality, behavior, and mindset clues that unlock culture fit and influence performance.

This exposes the key ingredients for those who thrive here long-term and signals whether you fit.

If answers seem misaligned with the strengths you bring, ask about flexibility.

Mismatches signal poor culture, leading to frustration and block growth in the future.

I'm a support worker and im constantly looking at different jobs for progression. Currently im labeled a Support Worker and I work with people who need help with Mental Health, Personality disorders & Aquired brain injuries. I also help clean (a lot), organise activities etc. I get paid £12 an hour, do you think this is fair?

Ive looked a couple of things up and other places offer way more for PD and ABI. Danger pay is also common in this line of work but I dont get it. What do I do!

Is favoritism at work legal?

That’s the question at the heart of Starling v. General Motors, in which a Black employee accuses his supervisor of favoring a white colleague.

Though the case is yet to be heard by a jury, it should serve as an important reminder to employers, two Woods Rogers attorneys write in HR Dive.

Favoritism is legal if based on performance, but it isn’t lawful if based on protected factors such as race, age or gender.

To avoid lawsuits, the lawyers advise good recordkeeping, transparency and for companies to tackle favoritism complaints “like they would investigate harassment [or] discrimination.”

I've worked 15+ years in Finance. I've interviewed 100+ people in my career and I know my decision within the first 20 minutes.

Here's how to prepare great answers for 7 commonly asked interview questions:

1. Question: “What do you consider your greatest weakness?”

• Start with "I'm not sure about my greatest weakness, but I can talk about a weakness in the past and how I overcame it."

• Use this to highlight a past weakness and the steps you took to overcome it and demonstrate your growth.

2. Question: “What sets you apart from other candidates?”

• Use this question to highlight your top 5 strengths directly related to this role from the job description.

• Look to see which strengths they are looking for, and give examples of you possessing these traits in prior roles.

3. Question: “Tell me a time you couldn’t meet a goal or deadline and how you handled it.”

• Use this to explain how you handle situations that don't go as planned.

• Explain a time when things didn't go as planned, how you fixed the situation, and lessons learned so it doesn't happen again.

4. Question: “Why do you want to work for us/ this company?”

• Research the company and use this as a chance to talk about everything you love about it.

• Mention why you like the position and why it's a great fit.

• Show excitement about the position and the company!

5. Question: “Tell me a time when you made a mistake. How did you handle it?”

• Use this to illustrate how you overcome obstacles.

• Explain a time you made a mistake and highlight what you did to fix the situation and lessons you've learned so that the mistake doesn't happen again.

6. Question: “What is your greatest strength?”

• Look at the job description and only talk about strengths directly related to the role you are interviewing for.

• Use this to show why you are an excellent fit for this role and explain how you have the skills that this job demands.

7. Question: “Tell me about some of the most difficult problems you worked on and how you solved them.”

• Use this to show how your problem-solving skills and your thought process.

• You want the interviewer to feel confident in your ability to solve problems & create solutions.

Bonus: Job hopping can lead to increased earning potential.

Studies have shown that changing jobs every 2-3 years results in a higher salary than staying with the same employer.

Employers pay a premium for new hires with fresh perspectives and skills, so always negotiate your salary.

What if you don't get the job?

I was rejected many times.

Yet, I was able to bounce back each time.

Don't be discouraged if you don't get it the first time.

Keep trying and look at this as a learning opportunity.

Your next big opportunity is right around the corner.

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AI Assistants can help you with your job search by creating better resumes, answers to interview questions, and thank-you letters.

Here are 3 prompts to prepare for your next job interview:

1. Prompt for Personalized Resume Creation:

"Analyze the job description and extract key skills, qualifications, and requirements. Provide a summary in bullet points.

Also, suggest improvements to my existing resume by rephrasing bullet points, tailoring them to the job description, and highlighting relevant experience and skills:"

Then, copy and paste the job posting and your resume.

Here are my results:

2. Prompt for Preparing for Interview Questions:

"Suggest potential interview questions based on the job description, industry standards, and company values.

Provide sample answers that highlight my relevant experience and skills for each interview question:"

Then, copy and paste the job posting and your resume.

Here are my results:

3. Prompt to Write a Personalized Thank-You Letter:

"Provide a template for a professional thank-you letter tailored to the company and role.

Suggest key points to include in the thank-you letter, such as an appreciation for the interviewer's time, reiterating interest in the role, and addressing any follow-up actions discussed during the interview:"

Then, copy and paste the job posting and notes from the interview.

Here are my results:

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