Next week, I have an opportunity to go to a coffee break with our CIO, it will be a group of us, and I definitely want to stand out (in a good way). What are some questions I should ask?

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What a great opportunity to connect with a company exec. I would say shape your questions around what you want to stand out *for*. Are you trying to seem like someone who would be good for / interested in a leadership role? Trying to look competent enough for them to remember you if they move to another company and want to bring the best people with them?

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