I have a job interview at a start-up agency tomorrow. My current position is very secure, so given the uncertainty around COVID-19, the job security at this potential, new opportunity makes me nervous. What are some questions I should ask in the interview?

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You should evaluate the client roster. If they lose a client, how safe is your position? Can you easily be moved to another account?

Also, evaluate the tools they have on hand. Some small agencies don’t have the same resources/database access that larger agencies have.

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Yay you for getting an interview in this climate. Good luck!

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Ask what is their financial outlook for this year, to the extent they’re able to share. And see how much info they give you.

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Was in a similar situation. Had an interview with a small independent whose top client is in hospitality. I stated my reasons for asking and i asked directly how the role came about

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Good luck

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ask how much runway they have [how many months of operating expenses can they fund from their reserves]. are they looking for more external funding ? trying to win new business ?
what’s the current client mix - if it’s CPG that’s very different than travel.

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Best of luck !

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