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BID-FOR-ACTION QUESTIONS
? Memorably Good Question
#18
What do you see in me? What are my strongest assets and
possible weaknesses? Do you have any concerns that I need
to clear up in order to be the top candidate?
A totally confident question that asks the hiring manager to
encapsulate your qualifications. It concludes with a strong bid
for action.
John Sullivan
Professor, Human Resources
Management
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
? Memorably Good Question
#19
You know, this position sounds like it’s something I’d really
like to do. Is there a fit here?
I like this formulation because it expresses interest, indicates a
desire for action, and asks for the job informally.
Janice Brookshier
President
Seattlejobs.org
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