Repeat what is contained on the application and allow the applicant to acknowledge or answer your question.

• I see that you worked for (Organization Name) from ___________ to ____________.

• You held the position of ________________________________.

• In your position of __________________, you performed the responsibilities of ________________________________________________.

• What was your reason for leaving (Organization Name)?

• Your reason for leaving the company was due to ________________.

• You graduated from ________________ High School.

• You received training on _________________.

Explore claimed accomplishments

• I see that you were the Employee of the Month at (Organization Name).

• You state that you achieved a high level of customer satisfaction. Tell me about that.

• I see that you were left in charge when your supervisor was on vacation. Tell me about that experience.

Fill in the blanks

• Gaps in employment, career changes, etc.