4 Questions You Should Never Ask At The End Of A Job Interview

The last part of any job interview is the one where the interviewer asks you: “Are there any questions you’d like to ask me?”. But a lot of people think that this question, as much as this whole part of the interview. Although you might think it's just a formality - it's not. Even if you think you've already aced the interview and impressed your future boss, this interview section can still play a huge part in you getting a job. Even though the worst question of all is the one you never ask, there are at least four questions that you should never ever ask — plus what to say instead if you actually need more information to gauge the company.

1.  What Not To Ask: 'Is Your Turnover Rate Close To Zero?'

I guess, every job-seeker wants to know how many employees leave the company each year, whether they leave by they own wish or get fired. High turnover rate can mean that company has issues. And if the turnover rate is low, odds are it’s a good place to work. But this question is one of those that make recruiters seethe.

How To Rephrase: How long have you been with the company?

This question is absolutely neutral and has no chances to offend anybody. But by asking it you will understand how long your future co-workers are working on their positions.

2. What Not To Ask: 'How Quickly Could I Be Considered For A Promotion?'

Any interviewer wants a candidate to focus on the job at hand. Though an opportunity for promotion should be one of the factors you consider before accepting the job, still by asking it this way you might seem like a person who wants this job just to hop up the ladder. All the concerns should be addressed during negotiations after the job offer has been made.

How To Rephrase: Are there opportunities for advancement or professional development?

Depending on what recruiter's answer is going to be you will understand how mach a company invests in their employees. A good company with professionaly sized budget prefers to promote its employees and gives them opportunities to grow. Of course, it also depends on your future boss as much as on the quality of your work.

3. What Not To Ask: 'What is the work schedule on this position?'

Let me get this straight - if your potential employer doesn't mention that the hours are specific or the position is part-time, you should think that your schedule will be normal 9 to 6. Asking about working hours in such manner can make interviewer assume that you will be watching the clock everyday waiting for the end of a working day.

How To Rephrase: 'Can you tell me about my future team's typical day?'

Chances are you will get "there is no such thing as a typical day in our company" as an answer, but usually it is followed with a small talk what they usually do all day and starting from what time. Which is exactly what you need to know.

4. What Not To Ask: 'Is there something you would like to change about the company?'

Even if you will ask this question chances are you won't get an honest answer. Besides, this might (and will) put an interviewer in an uncomfortable position, which is not the best way to land a job.

How To Rephrase: 'Are there any challenges I'll be facing in case I get this position?'

Actually it's one of the best questions you can possibly ask on a job interview. With asking it you will discover what problems you will be facing on this position. Which is an important thing to consider before accepting a job-offer.

There you have it, a list of questions you want to avoid asking on a job interview. We hope it will help you to land your dream-job.