Before Saying Yes: 10 Crucial Questions That Could Make or Break Your Next Job Offer
- What is expected of me up front?
Sometimes people get so excited about a professional opportunity that they forget to ask the basics, like, “When do I start?” or “What would my first few weeks look like, in terms of daily duties?” Don’t feel shy about nailing down these types of specifics. You’re actually doing your employer a favor by taking the initiative and asking them to make sure that your expectations of the job line up with the reality.
- Am I happy with the salary?
Believe it or not, a job’s salary doesn’t always come up in the initial interview. If your interviewer skirts around it in later sessions too, you may need to ask point-blank what the salary is. Not only that, you’ll also have to inquire if there is any room for negotiation. Once you have these fundamental questions answered, then it’s time to decide if you feel content with the compensation. If not, let that be a discussion with the hiring manager before you give a “yes” or “no.”
