Good Questions to Ask During a Phone Screening
Strategic questions to ask during a phone screening to understand the role, company culture, and next steps while demonstrating your interest and professionalism.
1What is the main focus of this role, and what are the key responsibilities?
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What is the main focus of this role, and what are the key responsibilities?
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Why this works
Understanding the role focus helps you know what you'll be doing and whether it aligns with your interests and skills.
2What are the biggest challenges someone in this role would face?
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What are the biggest challenges someone in this role would face?
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Why this works
Learning about role challenges helps you understand the difficulties you'll encounter and how to prepare for them.
3What is the team structure like, and who would I be working with most closely?
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What is the team structure like, and who would I be working with most closely?
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Why this works
Understanding team structure helps you know who you'll collaborate with and how the organization is structured.
4What are the opportunities for growth and development in this role?
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What are the opportunities for growth and development in this role?
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Why this works
Learning about growth opportunities helps you understand how you can advance your career and what development support is available.
5What is the company culture like, and how do you maintain it?
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What is the company culture like, and how do you maintain it?
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Why this works
Understanding company culture helps you know what the work environment is like and whether you'd fit in well.
6What are the next steps in the interview process, and what can I expect?
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What are the next steps in the interview process, and what can I expect?
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Why this works
Learning about next steps helps you understand the hiring process and what you need to prepare for.
7What are the key skills and qualities you're looking for in this role?
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What are the key skills and qualities you're looking for in this role?
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Why this works
Understanding key requirements helps you know what skills are most important and whether you're a good fit.
8What are the biggest opportunities for impact in this role?
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What are the biggest opportunities for impact in this role?
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Why this works
Learning about impact opportunities helps you understand where you can make the most difference and what success looks like.
9What are the company's values and mission, and how do they guide daily work?
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What are the company's values and mission, and how do they guide daily work?
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Why this works
Understanding company values helps you know what the organization stands for and whether you align with them.
10What are the opportunities for collaboration and teamwork in this role?
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What are the opportunities for collaboration and teamwork in this role?
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Why this works
Learning about collaboration opportunities helps you understand how you'll work with others and what teamwork looks like.
11What are the performance expectations and how do you measure success?
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What are the performance expectations and how do you measure success?
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Why this works
Understanding performance expectations helps you know what success looks like and how you'll be evaluated.
12What are the opportunities for learning and skill development?
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What are the opportunities for learning and skill development?
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Why this works
Learning about learning opportunities helps you understand how you can develop new skills and stay current in your field.
13What are the company's recent achievements and what are you most proud of?
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What are the company's recent achievements and what are you most proud of?
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Why this works
Understanding company achievements helps you learn about what the organization has accomplished and what they value.
14What are the biggest challenges the company is facing right now?
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What are the biggest challenges the company is facing right now?
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Why this works
Learning about company challenges helps you understand what problems you'll be solving and how you can contribute.
15What are the opportunities for innovation and creativity in this role?
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What are the opportunities for innovation and creativity in this role?
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Why this works
Understanding innovation opportunities helps you see how you can contribute new ideas and what creative freedom you'll have.
16What are the opportunities for leadership and management in this role?
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What are the opportunities for leadership and management in this role?
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Why this works
Learning about leadership opportunities helps you understand how you can advance into management and what leadership roles are available.
17What are the company's policies on work-life balance and flexibility?
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What are the company's policies on work-life balance and flexibility?
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Why this works
Understanding work-life balance policies helps you know what flexibility is available and how the company supports your personal life.
18What are the opportunities for networking and professional development?
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What are the opportunities for networking and professional development?
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Why this works
Learning about networking opportunities helps you understand how you can build professional relationships and advance your career.
19What are the company's diversity and inclusion initiatives?
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What are the company's diversity and inclusion initiatives?
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Why this works
Understanding diversity initiatives helps you know how the company supports all employees and creates an inclusive environment.
20What questions do you have about my background and how I might contribute to your team?
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What questions do you have about my background and how I might contribute to your team?
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Why this works
Learning about their questions helps you understand what they're looking for and gives you insight into their priorities.
Mastering Phone Screenings
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Preparing for Your Phone Screening
Research the Company
Learn about the company's mission, values, recent news, and culture to ask informed questions.
Understand the Role
Study the job description and requirements to ask questions that show you understand the position.
Prepare Your Questions
Write down your questions beforehand and practice asking them naturally in conversation.
Communicating Effectively
Be Professional
Maintain a professional demeanor and show respect for their time and expertise.
Listen Actively
Pay attention to their responses and ask follow-up questions to deepen your understanding.
Share Your Value
Articulate how your skills and experience can contribute to their team and goals.
Following Up Effectively
Send Thank You Notes
Follow up with personalized thank you notes that reference specific points from your conversation.
Stay Connected
Maintain professional relationships even if you don't get the immediate opportunity.
Learn and Improve
Use the insights from your conversation to improve your approach for future opportunities.