Questions for CEO

FinancialForce / Mgmt
Curve25519

Go to company page FinancialForce Mgmt

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Curve25519
Aug 2, 2017 7 Comments

I'm getting close to an offer from a decent sized startup (200 ppl) and have an interview with the CEO tomorrow. What kind of hard questions should i ask him. There is very limited info on glassdoor etc

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  • Elevate / Other
    pwJj38

    Go to company page Elevate Other

    BIO
    I get around.
    pwJj38
    What innovations can we take on in the next 6-12 months that will solidify the company in our space.

    What projects are in progress that are critical for our success?

    Who do you consider the biggest competitors in our space.
    Aug 2, 2017 0
  • Talkdesk / Other
    .🌡.

    Go to company page Talkdesk Other

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    If she's anything like most CEOs you'll struggle to get a word in. They find it hard to stop selling. This is a bad sign. BTW, if they're late, or cut interview really short or both... run a mile. That's even worse.
    Aug 2, 2017 0
  • New / Mktg
    GM3D1A

    Go to company page New Mktg

    GM3D1A
    What keeps you awake at night and how do you find balance?
    Aug 2, 2017 0
  • Gusto
    tfcvgy

    Go to company page Gusto

    tfcvgy
    1. Ask about themselves, preface that senior leadership is really important to you: "why did you start this company? What's been some of the biggest challenges you've had to overcome"

    2. Ask where he priorities his time? Being CEO at that size means you can't do everything anymore

    3. Ask about industry or macro trends. The CEO is the one person in the company that will always be thinking about long term fit and strategy. Ask who he sees as the biggest external competitors or threats for growth?

    4. Ask about work culture (but don't use that term). Something along the lines of "what profile of people are must successful here?" "Do you have a philosophy when it comes to hiring and building a team?
    Aug 2, 2017 0
  • What is the CEO to average employee pay ratio?
    Aug 2, 2017 0