12 Potential Interview Questions

Sample interview questions for Tom Devine, author of The Corporate Whistleblower's Survival Guide (Berrett-Koehler, 2011)

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When do you know it’s time to blow the whistle?

What negative consequences are you risking for your loved ones and others who depend on you?

Who should be the participants in your decision whether to blow the whistle, and how?

What is the first thing you should do when you uncover fraud within your company?

What are some things a potential whistleblower should have in place before blowing the whistle?

Why don’t more HR and legal departments take the time to consider employee’s concerns?

What are some of the retaliation tactics that corporations will use against a whistleblower?

What can you do to protect yourself from retaliation?

Who are your most important allies?

What is the most common mistake whistleblowers make before, during, and after blowing the whistle?

What is the state of your legal rights if you risk retaliation?

What resources are there available for whistleblowers?

Additional Resources

Corporate Whistleblower Press Release

Seven Common Retaliation Tactics Used By Employers