What Does Your CEO Most Need to Improve?
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People Skills
Work Ethic
Integrity
Vision/Strategy
Hiring Standards
What are some ways that an employee's ambition can work against them?
Could be viewed by colleagues as too aggressive or untrustworthy.
How many years should I spend at each job during my career? Is there a minimum?
No longer than 5 - 7 years. Longer than that and you look complacent. One learns new skills in new environments.
How many times in the last 5 years have you been promoted?
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4 or more
3
2
1
I haven't been promoted yet
Why would your workplace monitor your computer use?
To make certain that I am focused on work and doing my job. If I was in a high security position, then that is another reason.
What's an example of a red flag in a new coworker?
create frictions in the team
How many full-time jobs have you had in the last five years?
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Four or more
Three
Two
One
I haven't had any full-time jobs
I'm really excited about an upcoming job interview. Do I have to hide that in the actual interview?
Not at all. Energy and excitement are in line with the culture and infections.
What's the fastest you've ever seen a troubled workplace get turned around?
In the 40 years that I worked. I've never seen a troubled workplace ever get turned around
How secure do you feel your job is at your company?
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Very Secure
Secure Enough
Neutral
Insecure
Very Insecure
Why is it often said that 10% of office workers do 90% of the work?
It's an overstatement. But refers to a fact that there are a few who do much more than the rest.
What are the most striking differences between startups and established companies?
There's more stability, structure and work-life balance at more established companies.
How likely are you to share your compensation with co-workers?
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Very likely
Somewhat likely
It depends
Not likely
Would never do it
How much of your personal life should you share with your employer?
I'm a pretty open person, but it needs to be professional in your conversations about your personal life I mean you can talk about family...
Why is being a good culture fit so important?
Engender collaboration and teamwork through diplomacy
What % of your paycheck are you able to save a month?
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20%+
10%+
5%+
Nothing
I Spend More Than I Make
How can I explain a career change in my cover letter? Do I need to?
Honesty is always preferred. I love cover letters when the candidate actually does one for the company/job.
How can I explain to my boss that a deadline is unrealistic without sounding lazy?
You will have to come up with an action plan. Without one, it will come across as reluctant.
What's the main reason you stay at your current company?
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Company Mission
Comp & Benefits
Co-Workers
Comfort & Familiarity
Career Advancement Opportunities
How can I explain in an interview that I had a bad relationship with a former boss?
Just don't. You can pull a few details of why a place didn't work out. The second you lay claim that you didn't play nice with your boss,...
Are bosses impressed by employees who take working lunches at their desks?
Yes, but you won't get recognized! Lunches are sacred - you should take them.
How Much Work Time per Day Do You Spend on Social Media?
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15mins or Less
15-30 mins
30mins - 1 Hour
1hr - 2hrs
2hrs+
How can I stay focused on my work in a toxic workplace culture?
Deep breathing, meditation, therapy. You will always have "that" boss or "that" co-worker no matter where you go.
How as a contractor do you deal with so little job security?
Save save save and go in to an assignment with your best. Treat it like it's your last.
If You Were the Boss, What's the First Thing You'd Change?
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Improve Office Culture
Make a Better Product
Cut Expenses
Better Vision/Strategy
Increase Employee Pay
Do you feel you can speak out at work if you disagree with policy? Or will it hurt your career?
Speak up, it might not do anything, but I think there is a more telling issue if you don't agree with a policy. Might be time to move on.
Why don't tech companies hire more older employees?
Is that really a thing or is it your perception? It's really illegal if it is a thing.
Hypothetically, if you were to quit tomorrow, what would your reason be?
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Lack of Career Advancement
Negative Work Environment
Underpaid or Unappreciated
Difficult Co-Workers
Company Instability
How important is it for employees to have an opinion about their CEO?
I think an opinion is better than not having one - hopefully it's a favorable one.
When is it okay to be emotional in the workplace and when is it not?
It's never really ok. If you get to the point of bawling your eyes out, you are probably just beyond frustrated and upset. Most managers...
