Sisterhood Questions to Ask PNMs
Strategic questions to ask potential new members (PNMs) during sorority recruitment, covering values, interests, and fit to help you find the best matches for your sisterhood.
1What drew you to our sorority, and what do you hope to gain from the sisterhood experience?
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What drew you to our sorority, and what do you hope to gain from the sisterhood experience?
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Why this works
Reveals their motivation for joining and helps you understand what they're looking for in a sorority experience.
2What are your core values, and how do you see them aligning with our organization's mission?
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What are your core values, and how do you see them aligning with our organization's mission?
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Why this works
Explores their values and helps you understand if they align with your sorority's principles and mission.
3How do you handle different types of relationships, and what do you think are your strengths in building connections?
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How do you handle different types of relationships, and what do you think are your strengths in building connections?
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Why this works
Gives you insight into their relationship skills and helps you understand how they'll contribute to the sisterhood.
4What are your thoughts on community service and philanthropy, and how do you see yourself contributing?
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What are your thoughts on community service and philanthropy, and how do you see yourself contributing?
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Why this works
Explores their commitment to service and helps you understand how they'll contribute to your philanthropic efforts.
5How do you handle different types of challenges, and what do you think are your problem-solving approaches?
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How do you handle different types of challenges, and what do you think are your problem-solving approaches?
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Why this works
Reveals their resilience and helps you understand how they'll handle the challenges of sorority life.
6What are your expectations about sorority life, and how do you see yourself fitting into the organization?
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What are your expectations about sorority life, and how do you see yourself fitting into the organization?
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Why this works
Clarifies their expectations and helps you understand how they envision their role in the sorority.
7How do you handle different types of leadership roles, and what do you think are your strengths in this area?
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How do you handle different types of leadership roles, and what do you think are your strengths in this area?
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Why this works
Explores their leadership potential and helps you understand how they'll contribute to the organization's leadership.
8What are your thoughts on academic excellence, and how do you see yourself balancing academics with sorority life?
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What are your thoughts on academic excellence, and how do you see yourself balancing academics with sorority life?
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Why this works
Addresses their academic priorities and helps you understand how they'll maintain academic excellence while participating in sorority activities.
9How do you handle different types of social situations, and what do you think are your strengths in this area?
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How do you handle different types of social situations, and what do you think are your strengths in this area?
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Why this works
Explores their social skills and helps you understand how they'll contribute to the sorority's social life.
10What are your thoughts on diversity and inclusion, and how do you see yourself contributing to an inclusive environment?
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What are your thoughts on diversity and inclusion, and how do you see yourself contributing to an inclusive environment?
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Why this works
Addresses their commitment to diversity and helps you understand how they'll contribute to an inclusive sisterhood.
11How do you handle different types of conflict, and what do you think are your approaches to resolution?
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How do you handle different types of conflict, and what do you think are your approaches to resolution?
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Why this works
Reveals their conflict resolution skills and helps you understand how they'll handle disagreements within the sisterhood.
12What are your thoughts on personal growth and development, and how do you see yourself growing through the sorority experience?
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What are your thoughts on personal growth and development, and how do you see yourself growing through the sorority experience?
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Why this works
Explores their commitment to growth and helps you understand how they'll develop through the sorority experience.
13How do you handle different types of responsibilities, and what do you think are your strengths in managing commitments?
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How do you handle different types of responsibilities, and what do you think are your strengths in managing commitments?
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Why this works
Explores their responsibility management and helps you understand how they'll handle the commitments of sorority life.
14What are your thoughts on tradition and ritual, and how do you see yourself contributing to our organization's heritage?
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What are your thoughts on tradition and ritual, and how do you see yourself contributing to our organization's heritage?
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Why this works
Addresses their respect for tradition and helps you understand how they'll contribute to preserving and honoring your sorority's heritage.
15How do you handle different types of feedback, and what do you think are your responses to constructive criticism?
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How do you handle different types of feedback, and what do you think are your responses to constructive criticism?
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Why this works
Reveals their openness to feedback and helps you understand how they'll respond to guidance and mentorship.
16What are your thoughts on sisterhood and support, and how do you see yourself contributing to the well-being of others?
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What are your thoughts on sisterhood and support, and how do you see yourself contributing to the well-being of others?
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Why this works
Explores their commitment to sisterhood and helps you understand how they'll support and care for their sisters.
17How do you handle different types of time management, and what do you think are your strengths in balancing priorities?
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How do you handle different types of time management, and what do you think are your strengths in balancing priorities?
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Why this works
Explores their time management skills and helps you understand how they'll balance sorority commitments with other responsibilities.
18What are your thoughts on personal accountability, and how do you see yourself taking responsibility for your actions?
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What are your thoughts on personal accountability, and how do you see yourself taking responsibility for your actions?
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Why this works
Addresses their sense of accountability and helps you understand how they'll take responsibility for their role in the sorority.
19How do you handle different types of change, and what do you think are your approaches to adapting to new situations?
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How do you handle different types of change, and what do you think are your approaches to adapting to new situations?
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Why this works
Explores their adaptability and helps you understand how they'll handle the changes and transitions of sorority life.
20What questions do you have for me about our sorority, our values, or what you can expect from the sisterhood experience?
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What questions do you have for me about our sorority, our values, or what you can expect from the sisterhood experience?
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Why this works
Shows their engagement and interest in the sorority while giving you insight into what they value in a sisterhood experience.
How to Find the Best PNMs for Your Sorority
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Best Practices
Ask About Values and Alignment
Focus on questions that help you understand their values and how they align with your sorority's mission and principles.
Explore Leadership and Contribution Potential
Ask about their leadership experience and how they see themselves contributing to the organization's growth and development.
Assess Relationship and Social Skills
Ask questions that reveal their ability to build relationships and contribute to the social and supportive aspects of sisterhood.
Question Sequences
The Values and Mission Sequence
The Leadership and Growth Sequence
Common Pitfalls
Don't Focus Only on Social Skills
While social skills are important, also assess their values, leadership potential, and commitment to the organization's mission.
Don't Ignore Red Flags
Pay attention to how they answer questions and whether their responses indicate compatibility with your sorority's values and culture.
Don't Rush the Process
Take time to get to know potential new members rather than making quick decisions based on first impressions.