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One of the most popular questions candidates have before an interview is what questions they should be asking their interviewer.  The main rule of thumb is to make sure that all of your questions are about things you’re genuinely interested in and will help you decide if the job is a good fit for you.  Asking questions just to impress an interviewer or to try to show off an achievement, research, etc, will never look good.  In fact, it could suggest that you just don’t understand professional norms or you have terrible communication skills.  Both conclusions could certainly sink your chances of landing IT jobs.  Here are 2 questions IT recruiting firms suggest you tweak according to your own needs and ask in your next interview.

1. What makes a successful employee at that this company?   How do they succeed both within the corporate culture and in their work?  These questions show that you’re interesting in setting high standards for yourself.  It also shows that you understand success is greatly influenced by a company’s unique corporate culture.  IT recruiters find that employers really appreciate it when a candidate shows some genuine curiosity about what they value in their workplace and how team members can significantly contribute.  

2. What will be the goals in this role in the first month, the first quarter? Especially because of the fast-paced, deadline-oriented nature of tech work, IT staffing firms find that employers love to see candidates who are ready to hit the ground running.  (This is even more important in contract roles!) Asking about upcoming, short term and longer term goals will help an employer see that you’re interested in coming in and making an impact ASAP.