Well, the answer is pretty simple.
Just ask.
Then listen.
Here are some sample questions you might ask.
– What do you want to achieve as a result of being on this team?
– What kind of work environment is motivating to you?
– What gives you energy?
– What are you passionate about?
– What talents and skills do you have that can help this team succeed?
– What do you like most and least about being on this team?
– What do you need from me to be at your best?