Companies will flat-out decline to answer most of these questions, citing the information as confidential. There's a reason most employees, not to mention compe

Companies will flat-out decline to answer most of these questions, citing the information as confidential. There's a reason most employees, not to mention competitors, potential investors, etc, don't know the intimate details of a private company's financing. So you're welcome to ask but naive to expect detailed answers. On the other hand, I always insist on talking to the CEO or the highest ranking exec you can during the interview process. It is absolutely in your best interest to hear the company's vision and path to success directly from the source. Again, this person will clam up when discussing financial specifics, but you should still expect them to make you feel secure about the company's potential.