⟩ If we contract you for a project, what will you do on the first day?
This question is less about specific tasks and more about how they approach and prioritize the work.
☛ Things to listen for: Organization and consistency. Their response should reflect your earlier discussion including their project management skills, understanding of your project, and ability to prioritize.
☛ Follow-up question: "Given your understanding of the project, are there any potential problems we might run into and how would you address them?"