Whenever you're ready, walk me through how you'd approach this.
When are you available to start?
Please provide your earliest realistic start date, including any notice period, ongoing commitments, or scheduling constraints. If your availability is flexible, explain the range and what would affect it.
This question assesses reliability, planning, transparency, and whether you can set a clear expectation with this company. A strong response gives one specific date, briefly explains any constraint, and distinguishes confirmed availability from possible flexibility.