Been interviewing for a potential new job. They set up a call for me to talk with my new potential AD partner but I know I should bring questions. What do I ask?

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Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I just went through this. When we spoke I asked my now partner:
How do you like to concept? Together? Apart? Both?

What interested you in [agency]?
What did you love/hate about your past partner?
I also checked out their book before hand

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How much do you drink?

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How much are they paying you?

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Practicing "yes and " Is very important. And maybe having the same goals?

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Worst part of working there?
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Are you in the same life stage as me - parent, single, age, lifestyle....
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How are the account teams? Producers? Strategists? Bosses?

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