How does the culture on your team differ from that of the company as a whole?

On your last engagement survey or pulse check, what were the team’s positive and negative trends?

What kind of support can I expect from you within my first few weeks?

Why did you accept the responsibility and challenge of leading others?

Are there any skills gaps you are hoping to close on your team soon?

What are the biggest challenges facing the organization? How does this team support that effort?

When do you know that your team is working cohesively and as a unit?

What core values do you lean upon when making a decision?

What excites you the most about the future of this organization?

What does the competition do better than this organization?

Why did you choose to pursue a career in this field?

What work habits annoy you?

How do you see this position evolving?

What are some projects that you wish you had more time and resources to focus on?

What are the top priorities for the organization this year? And for the team?

What does employee wellness mean to you?

How would your colleagues describe you as a leader?

How would you describe the relationship that you have with your boss?

What are the biggest threats to this business?

What am I not asking you that I should?