1.       Can you please tell me what the typical career progression is for someone in this position at XYZ Corporation?

2.       I read in your literature that your training program is comprised of three six-month rotations.  Does the employee have input into where he will go at the end of each rotation?  How do you evaluate the employee's performance during the training period?

3.       I read in Business Week that a major competitor of yours is increasing its market share in your main market.  What plans does your company have to regain its lost market share? 

4.       Can you describe for me what a typical workweek is like at ABC for a salesperson?

5.       How many individuals complete your training program each year?

6.       Do most trainees advance fairly rapidly through the program?

7.       What career paths have others generally followed after completing the program?

8.       How does this position and the department contribute to the overall mission and philosophy of the organization?

9.       What characteristics best describe individuals who are successful in this position?

10.     Does this position offer exposure to other facets of your organization?

11.     What other positions and/or departments will I interact with the most?

12.     To whom does this position report?

13.     How much decision-making authority and autonomy are given to new employees?

14.     How will my performance be evaluated?

15.     How often are performance reviews given?  By whom?

16.     What are the opportunities for advancement?

17.     Does your organization encourage its employees to pursue additional education?

18.     How would you describe the organization's culture?

19.     What distinguishes your organization from its competitors?

20.     What industry-wide trends are likely to affect your organization's strengths and weaknesses?

21.     How would you describe your organization's management style?

22.     How is the work environment affected by the organization's management style?

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