(Note the use of the inclusive "we.")

(You don't want to find yourself in a dead-end job. But also be sure you don't give the impression that you want to get out of the job before you are in it. Remember, the HR manager wants to see stability tempered by "long-termism.")

(What a powerful question for finding out about your team!)

(This is an exercise in getting to "yes" plus demonstrating that you have command of the facts.)

(Possible follow-up questions include, What's the percentage of women or minorities in the executive ranks? Does the company have a diversity officer?)

(This indicates you want to be a star, as well.)