... What type of leader are you? Authoritative, Laissez-Faire, Transformational, Transactional or Strategic? Why?
• Does this type of leadership style fit well with the nursing staff?
• What is a typical day (or week) like for you?
• What do you like most about your work?
• What do you like least about your work?
• What kinds of problems do you deal with?
• What kinds of decisions do you make?
• How does your position fit within the organization?
• How does your job affect your general lifestyle?
• What current issues and trends in nursing should I know about/be aware of?
• What kinds of accomplishments tend to be valued and rewarded in this field?
• How did you become interested in this field?
• How did you begin your career?
• What kind of additional education, training, or background does your job require?
• What skills, abilities, and personal attributes are essential to success in your job/this field?
• What are the most effective strategies for seeking a position in this field?
• Can you recommend journals, magazines or professional associations which would be helpful for my professional development?
• If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same path for yourself? If not, what would you change?
• What advice would you give someone who is considering this type of job (or field)?