We have a team AMA coming up with a director. Apart from the typical “what are plans/goals for the team” type questions, what else could be useful or insightful questions?
General chit chat is always good! Get to know them and build up a relationship during this time.
ask them if they’re a starter or a finisher.
do they enjoy starting projects or finishing projects more?
there’s no bad answer unless they don’t answer at all.
When asking for plans: ask for 1 year, 2 year, and 5 year product and technology North stars. Should be pretty vague for the 5 year but at least should have some direction figured out.
Depending on the org the tech side might best be answered by the principle engineers not directors.
This perfectly explains a situation I’m dealing with at the moment and was very helpful. Thanks for sharing!
That looks like a pitch for agile.
