what kind of questions to ask in an interview

In an interview, you can ask different types of questions depending on your goal—to learn about the candidate's skills, personality, fit for the company, or to gather information about the role or company. Here are some kinds of questions to consider asking:

1. Strategic Questions
   • Focus on alignment with company values, goals, and long-term vision.
   • Example: "Describe a time when you aligned a project with a company’s strategic objectives."
2. Screening Questions
   • Narrow down candidates by assessing basic qualifications and experience.
   • Example: "Briefly explain your roles and duties in previous jobs."
3. Behavioral Questions
   • Explore how candidates have acted in past work situations.
   • Example: "Tell me about a time you had to give or accept constructive criticism."
4. Performance-Based Questions
   • Focus on achievements to assess character and work ethic.
   • Example: "Describe a time when you exceeded expectations in your role."
5. Competency-Based Questions
   • Evaluate skills related to the job like decision-making, communication, and time management.
   • Example: "Describe a tough work-related decision you had to make."
6. Open-Ended Questions
   • Encourage detailed responses to get insights into motivations and personality.
   • Example: "What motivates you to perform at your highest level?"
7. Questions About Fit and Culture
   • Assess how well the candidate fits the company culture.
   • Example: "Can you describe the working culture at your last job?"
8. Questions About Future Contributions and Goals
   • Understand the candidate’s ambitions and potential impact.
   • Example: "What do you hope to accomplish in the next five years?"
9. Practical and Role-Specific Questions
   • Focus on qualifications, certifications, and job-related skills.
   • Example: "What on-the-job training have you had?"
10. Questions to Ask the Employer (from the candidate’s perspective) * About company culture, team, progression opportunities, and challenges. * Example: "What does a typical day look like in this role?" or "What opportunities are there for training and progression?"

These questions help create a well-rounded interview that covers candidate skills, behavior, cultural fit, and motivation, as well as practical concerns about the role and company.