Not only is this the wrong answer, but it’s also a missed opportunity to find out information about the company. It is important for you to ask questions -- not just any questions, but those relating to the job, the company and the industry. Show that you have put thought into this exercise and also some research.

Asking questions may be the best way to learn about the company and the job’s challenges. In most cases, the interviewer will be listening for the types of questions you ask. The best questions will be a mix between your research and also them coming as a result of your listening to what is asked during the interview.

A good response to the interviewer asking, “Do you have any questions?” would be: “Yes, I do. From what you’ve been asking during the interview, it sounds like you have a problem with customer retention. Can you tell me a little more about the current situation, and what the first challenges would be for the new person?”

This answer shows interest in what the problem is and how you could be the possible solution. It is also an opportunity to get a sense of what will be expected.

Be Prepared: what information do you need to decide whether to work at this company? Make a list of at least 6-8 questions to take with you to the interview. Write them down so you don’t forget.

information do you need to decide whether to work at this company? Make a list of at least 6-8 questions to take with you to the interview. Write them down so you don’t forget.

Timing Is Important: you will have to use your judgment about the number of questions you ask and when to ask them. Think of this as a conversation. There will be an appropriate time to ask certain types of questions, like those about benefits and vacation. To be on the safe side, it is best to concentrate on questions about the job’s responsibilities and how you fit the position until you get the actual offer.

When you begin to think of the interview as a two-way process, you will see it is important for you to find out as much as possible about the company. Questions will give you the opportunity to find out if this is a good place for you to work before you say “Yes.”