I’ve been burned by my last couple of companies and I don’t really want a repeat of that again. I’ve got an interview coming up so just wondering if there any good questions to ask in interviews which can immediately highlight red flags in a company?

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You are currently posting as works at

Why is the position even open is a good one

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They could lie about nearly every question though?

I’ve been through this before. I did 2 things. First, even though I was on the receiving-end of bad company behavior, I had to step back and self-assess what was it about “me” that allowed this to happen. I was the common denominator. And, second, for me, part of that strategy was being very specific about what I wanted in my career and what kind of companies and people I wanted to work for. I began to learn to interview companies as much as they interviewed me. And, I made sure I defined my job non-negotiables.

This process has been iterative as my career progressed but my career has progressed and I’ve had better experiences. And, I began this process by becoming a contractor. It worked for me in order for me to make the pivot I need in my career.

I don’t think you’ll be able to properly identify red flags until you do some version of the above. You’ll carry the same energy and experiences to the next employer. Take accountability for what you could’ve done better (whatever that is), identify what you want, including the kind of people you want to work for an with, and use that as a guide as you interview.

Wish you well.

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I always ask, 'What are some challenges you expect someone in this role to face?' I find that it reveals really quickly why someone in that role may have left. You can tell by their answer how stressful the job might be as well.

My go to is similar - what’s the biggest challenge you are currently facing and what are you most looking for in a candidate to address it. That way you can determine issues being faced as well as if youd be a good fit

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