After a job interview, if asked “Do you have any questions?” always have at least one question handy.

My favourite response is, “Yes, just out of curiosity, what made my application stand out from the other applications?” Depending on the scenario, it can be a powerful question.

All through the interview, you convince the interviewer(s) that you’re competent and fit for the job. This question allows you to also hear what they think of you. Psychologically, when a person honestly commends your value or states it, they actually begin to treat you as such.

Indeed, you may not get a lot out of the question. They could simply tell you “your CV is good”, and that’s okay. Either ways, such a direct question compellingly draws people to make a few honest admissions.

You leave the room knowing you were worth the try and they took it.

Also, the question quite points to confidence. Many interviewees will not ask it because often times, we feel we have been done a huge honour to be there in the first place. Why ask a question that directs the interviewer to your worth when you don’t feel so worthy after all?

Also try asking personal questions in a formal way. You could ask the interviewer:

“If you take away the pay, what has kept you working here?” This is a personal question. Could even be uncomfortable but the interviewer has to answer anyway.

They could lie; tell you how they love the work culture and all. But the point is, these are not things they think of everyday and most people prefer not to think about it. If you can make people say things they’d rather not say, they instinctively find you confident/interesting.

Well, I hate giving career tips. There are so many indices that play out in real life and no advice could possibly cover all these indices. But arming yourself with the right tips, is still better than having nothing but your balls in your hands, and pure vibes.