Sample Interview Questions:
5.1 COMPANY HISTORY
● When did you start your business?
● What made you choose to start a company in this industry?
● Where did the concept for your business originate?
● How did you come up with the name for your business?
● How did you fund your business?
5.2 ORGANIZERS
● Do you have a business partner or co-owner?
● Why did you decide to start your own business? What is your favorite part of being an
entrepreneur?
● What are some of your daily habits? How do you deal with fear and doubt?
● How many people work for your company?
● Do you have previous experience in your market or industry?
5.3 NATURE OF THE BUSINESS
● Who is your target customer?
● What products or services do you offer?
● How did you advertise/market your business when you started?
● Who are your main competitors?
● What is unique about your company?
5.4 LOCALITY
● What made you choose your company's location?
● Do you have any other branches?
● Are you planning to expand your business in other locations?
● Are you renting/leasing or do you own this commercial space?
5.5 MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES
● What are your company's goals?
● What is your strategy to achieve those goals?
● How would you describe your company's success so far? / How does your business look
different now vs. when you first started?
● How do you see your business 5 years from now?
● How do you deal with challenges in your business?
● What do you think needs to be improved in your company?
● What business opportunities do you see that you could take advantage of?
● What is the important thing for you as a business owner? Profit or customer satisfaction?