1. Can I Manage This Person?

 

A supervisor¹ isn't going to hire someone that he doesn't believe he can work with. Managers come in all shapes and sizes–some are hands-off and expect their employees to do what they need to do with little or no supervision². Others like to receive daily updates, religiously review timecards, and schedule regular check-in meetings with their staff. If you like to get regular feedback and crave³ facetime with your supervisor, a laid-back person may not be the best fit for you. Conversely, if you're an independent operator who relishes⁴ autonomy, a hands-on supervisor probably isn't a great match for your work style.

 

2. Does This Person Truly Understand This Role?

 

Interviewers want to be sure that you not only know what you'd be getting yourself into, but that you've done your homework. Be sure that you've thoroughly⁵ reviewed the job description before your interview, and make an effort to relate your existing experience back to the responsibilities you would have in the role you're being considered for.

 

3. Is This Person Actually Excited About Working Here?

 

Similar to having an in-depth understanding of the potential opportunity, it's important to show that you are genuinely excited about the organization as a whole. Of course, not every interview is going to be with your dream company, but try your best to find something that is interesting to you.

 

4. Will This Person Make Me Look Good?

 

To a certain degree, an employee's performance is a reflection on her supervisor. Your potential future boss wants to be sure that if she takes a day off or can't make it to a meeting, you'll still be on top of your game. If you do superb work and present yourself well, she looks good too. If you're goofing⁶ off while the boss is on vacation or don't proofread⁷ that super important email, the person she reports to probably won't be too happy with either of you.

 

5. When's Lunch?

 

Interviewing can be grueling for the people on the other side of the desk, too—especially if the hiring manager is meeting with multiple candidates back-to-back. This doesn't happen during every interview, but sometimes an interviewer's mind will wander. He might be hungry, he might be tired, or he might be distracted by a looming⁸ deadline, but regardless of the reason for the distraction⁹, it does happen.

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