Some questions I would ask:
- What is the longest/average tenure in this group? (For group I work for, 7 out of 10 have worked there for less than 5 years)
- How many people have resigned within the last 4 years? (For my employer, in that time frame, 3 people have left the group I work for. One left abruptly.)
- Are all your processes/techniques documented in writing? And what are those processes? (Little to no training documentation for processes/techniques at my employer. I've also dealt with people withholding info)
- What will the onboarding process look like? (Manager signed me off I had learned things in 90 day period when he knew I did not. It bothered me, but I needed a job as previous employer was laying me off, so I was complicit)
Updates
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◉ What is your take/opinion on office gossip? (I have heard coworkers describe another coworker as a wild animal that pees everywhere)
◉ What would you do if you saw a coworker getting mistreated? (I got bullied/discriminated and coworker did nothing to defend. I confided with another coworker and they said it is not their job to defend)
◉ What would you do if you saw a coworker getting mistreated? (I got bullied/discriminated and coworker did nothing to defend. I confided with another coworker and they said it is not their job to defend)
AI Opinion
AskReflecting on your situation, consider asking the following questions to assess the work environment:
1. Can you describe the team dynamics and collaboration style?
This reveals the teamwork culture.
2. How does the company handle feedback and conflict resolution?
Highlights their approach to problem-solving.
3. What professional development opportunities are available?
Indicates investment in employee growth.
4. How is work-life balance supported here?
Reflects consideration for personal well-being.
5. Can you share an example of how the company handles a recent challenge?
Shows the organization's resilience and transparency.
These questions can provide insight into the workplace culture.