Vetting a company and its hiring process in the first round of interviews benefits your job search. You can use your findings to determine whether to continue in the hiring process.
Vetting the company and hiring process helps determine whether the organization and role are a good fit. If the company or opportunity is not what you are looking for, you should apply for jobs elsewhere.
Implement these tips to vet a company and its hiring process in the first round of interviews.
Ask Questions About the Company and Role
Bring to your interview the list of questions you created while researching the company and role. You can use the information to determine whether the organization and position align with your goals, skills, values, and interests.
Example questions to ask the interviewer include:
- Why did you join the company? For instance, the interview might have been referred by an employee, which is a sign of a positive company culture.
- What do you like most about working here? Gain insight into the workplace, employees, and day-to-day activities.
- What does company culture mean to you? Focus on the importance of camaraderie and job satisfaction.
- How does the company support employees’ career goals? Look for formal and informal professional development opportunities.
Take notes during the interview. You can review them later to decide whether to continue in the hiring process.
Follow Your Instincts After the First Interview
Focus on your feelings about the company and role after interviewing:
- Could you connect with the interviewer?
- Did you feel respected?
- Do you feel excited about the work and team?
Consider whether your feelings change
Reflect on your interview experience to decide whether to advance in the hiring process. If your feelings change over time, ask yourself the following:
- Why do you feel differently than before about the interview?
- Are you experiencing stress in your daily life that is causing negative feelings in general?
- Were you excited after the interview because you felt you performed well or because you felt wanted?
Be honest about your feelings and their source. For instance, your excitement might fade and the red flags will remain. Or, your feelings of not performing well might impact your perception of the role.
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