Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?

• A. Ask thoughtful questions about the role
• B. Ask about next steps
• C. Express appreciation for the interview
• D. Say: 'I don’t have any questions for you at this time.'

Answer: (D)

Asking questions when the interviewer invites you to do so shows you’re engaged, prepared, and serious about how you’d fit in the role. It signals you’ve thought through the position and want to understand how you’d contribute, not just what you’d do. Saying you don’t have any questions at that moment is best avoided because it can come across as disinterested or unprepared, and it may close the conversation on a flat note just as you’re finishing the interview. Instead, you can pose thoughtful questions about the role, the team, or the next steps in the process, and always express appreciation for the opportunity. If you truly don’t have questions, you can acknowledge the interview and mention you’d follow up if anything comes to mind, which keeps the tone courteous and proactive.