'I believe you've worked here for about five years, is that right? What do you like most about working here?'
Thanks to LinkedIn, you already can learn someone's tenure at the company, Augustine says, and ask questions that will inform you about the company culture. This questions also reveals your genuine interest in the job.
"In general, leverage online research to create conversation openers that demonstrate your knowledge of the industry or current events, and also allows you to bond with your interviewer over a shared value or interest," Augustine notes. "These are the most effective ways to advance your candidacy while getting to know your prospective teammates."