What are the best most revealing questions to ask during a job interview to really understand wtf is going on at that agency?

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I usually ask if the person interviewing me is happy at their job. Almost always throws them off and solicits either an honest answer or a fake one they're making up on the spot (and you can always tell).

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I usually ask them about the things they like first and then immediately after, what they wish were different. Same as above, interesting to see the switch.

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Ask them why the previous person who had the job left the firm.

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"What keeps you here?" If it's just the people, the work sucks and vice versa. I look for a balanced answer.

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I usually ask what they think my biggest challenge will be in the role, and the truth usually comes out.

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What is the worst thing about working here?

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Yeah "What's the most challenging part of the job" is usually casual enough to get a legit answer of what the worst part is

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These are awesome - thanks guys !

Ask the people who work there dude. Or shit, ask the bowl!

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