Every job interview has a "Do you have any questions?" part at the end.
But almost every candidate says "No questions from me" or doesn't ask good ones.
Here are 5 interview questions that you can ask to stand out and land offers:
1. I saw you did (XYZ) before joining
(COMPANY). What's your "why", and why did you decide to pursue a career here?
This question takes the interviewer out of the "interviewing" mindset and let's them talk more about their own journey. You can then mention how you relate to their journey, which creates empathy and a stronger connection with the interviewer.
2. If you looked back on this role a year later, what outcomes would indicate that this hire was successful?
This question allows you to see what they're looking for someone to accomplish in the role, and you can then answer their answer by showcasing how you'd do your best to achieve those outcomes.
3. What is the vision of the team in the next 6-12 months, and how would I contribute to having that vision come to life?
This question shows that you're forward-thinking and "in it to win it". You're also getting a deeper understanding of the goals your team has and how you'll play a part in achieving them.
4. What do you believe is the most important skill someone must have in this position?
This question allows you to identify the skill the interviewer wants to see in the candidate, and then you can turn the question back on them and share why you have that skills from your experiences.
5. What are next steps in the interview process, and when should I be hearing back?
This question gives you a timeline of how the interview process will go (if not shared already) and when you should follow-up if you don't hear back from the interviewer.
But almost every candidate says "No questions from me" or doesn't ask good ones.
Here are 5 interview questions that you can ask to stand out and land offers:
1. I saw you did (XYZ) before joining
(COMPANY). What's your "why", and why did you decide to pursue a career here?
This question takes the interviewer out of the "interviewing" mindset and let's them talk more about their own journey. You can then mention how you relate to their journey, which creates empathy and a stronger connection with the interviewer.
2. If you looked back on this role a year later, what outcomes would indicate that this hire was successful?
This question allows you to see what they're looking for someone to accomplish in the role, and you can then answer their answer by showcasing how you'd do your best to achieve those outcomes.
3. What is the vision of the team in the next 6-12 months, and how would I contribute to having that vision come to life?
This question shows that you're forward-thinking and "in it to win it". You're also getting a deeper understanding of the goals your team has and how you'll play a part in achieving them.
4. What do you believe is the most important skill someone must have in this position?
This question allows you to identify the skill the interviewer wants to see in the candidate, and then you can turn the question back on them and share why you have that skills from your experiences.
5. What are next steps in the interview process, and when should I be hearing back?
This question gives you a timeline of how the interview process will go (if not shared already) and when you should follow-up if you don't hear back from the interviewer.
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Forget innovation. Focus on profit. Here's the strategy to build apps that actually earn:
๐ฅ 4 Proven App Ideas That Work:
1. Solve a tiny, ignored problem.
2. Solve a big, common problem (even in crowded markets).
3. Use the โX for Yโ formula (e.g., โTinder for pet adoptionโ).
4. Build AI-powered tools using GPT models.
๐ฏ Follow the SLC Rule:
โข Simple: 1โ2 core features.
โข Lovable: Great UI/UX (design matters!).
โข Complete: Fully functional, not half-baked.
๐ ๏ธ Recommended Tech Stack:
โข Frontend: Next.js + Shadcn UI + Tailwind CSS
โข Backend: Supabase
โข Analytics: PostHog
โข Payments: Stripe
โก Use AI to Build Faster:
Tools like Bolt, V0, Cursor, and Lovable can generate code, UI, and workflows in minutes.
๐ 1-Week App Launch Plan:
1. Outline with ChatGPT
2. Generate starter code with AI
3. Design with Mobbin/ Pageflows
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๐ข Marketing = Non-Negotiable:
โข Be loud on Reddit, WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram or Telegram
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1. Dannyโs Diner:
Restaurant analytics to understand the customer orders pattern.
Link: https://8weeksqlchallenge.com/case-study-1/
2. Pizza Runner
Pizza shop analytics to optimize the efficiency of the operation
Link: https://8weeksqlchallenge.com/case-study-2/
3. Foodie Fie
Subscription-based food content platform
Link: https://lnkd.in/gzB39qAT
4. Data Bank: Thatโs money
Analytics based on customer activities with the digital bank
Link: https://lnkd.in/gH8pKPyv
5. Data Mart: Fresh is Best
Analytics on Online supermarket
Link: https://lnkd.in/gC5bkcDf
6. Clique Bait: Attention capturing
Analytics on the seafood industry
Link: https://lnkd.in/ggP4JiYG
7. Balanced Tree: Clothing Company
Analytics on the sales performance of clothing store
Link: https://8weeksqlchallenge.com/case-study-7
8. Fresh segments: Extract maximum value
Analytics on online advertising
Link: https://8weeksqlchallenge.com/case-study-8
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