How and When to Ask Intelligent Interview Questions

A Dose of Reality with Charles Spence

In this episode, I talk about the importance of asking intelligent questions during job interviews. I share insights from my experience coaching candidates, emphasizing how well-structured questions can show enthusiasm, knowledge, and fitness for the role. I cover the types of questions to ask, how to structure them effectively, and the timing to maximize impact. I also discuss the importance of understanding the hiring manager's needs and building rapport throughout the interview process.

Here's what you're in for:

• How to ask intelligent questions in an interview?
• What are the types of questions can you focus on?
• Which stages of the interview is the best time to ask the questions?

Timestamps:

01:51 Interview Strategies

03:25 The Situation

06:39 The Three Main Topics of the Questions

10:13 Examples of Questions to Ask

11:09 How to Ask Iintelligent Questions

21:25 Summary

About me

My name is Charles Spence and I lead Discera. After many years working in the life-science recruitment world, I decided to work for myself. Before doing recruitment I graduated with a biomedical degree, have worked in hospitals (including translation work in Seoul, South Korea), and also spent a year working in diabetes research in Stockholm. After doing research and travel, a career in business and science felt the most appropriate.

In 2023, I decided to launch my firm - Discera Search. A firm committed to solving the biggest talent needs of early clinical stage SME biotechs on the East Coast and DACH.

Connect with me:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-spence-clinical/

Website: https://www.discera-search.com/