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No Offer – Reviewed May 20, 2013 New
Interview Details –
HR contacted me on a position I had applied to that read like it would be a great fit. They wanted to have an introductory phone call. I replied with several time slots and heard nothing. I followed up again asking if they still wanted to meet. They replied back with a time that was not a time I could make.
I moved around my schedule to make it work. But the time came and went and Allstate never showed up. I left a message for the interviewer and never heard back.
Totally unprofessional for such a large company. I no longer have any interest in working here since they clearly don't respect the time of people who are wanting to work there. If it was the candidate who was flaky and a no show, they'd be removed from consideration without a second thought. It's time to hold the employer to the same standard.
No Offer – Interviewed in Hauppauge, NY Apr 2013 – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details –
About two weeks after I had applied online I received a call from what I assumed was a third party hiring / HR company. I set up the initial phone interview, and when I passed, I was immediately sent an email link to take a questionnaire. The questionnaire was about an hour long, and it was essentially a "what would you do with X Y or Z" situation quiz. After you pass, you get an email letting you know that you passed. About a few days after that I was called to set up an in person interview.
The actual interview was about 30 minutes long. Two female managers interviewed me. The standard questions were about my major in college, what I'm getting my Masters in, and other various simple questions. The main questions, for which they wrote my answer down, were "Please explain a time when you had to go above and beyond for a customer to please them." as well as "Please explain a time dealing with a problem customer that you just couldn't please." For both of those questions, I had to explain the situation, explain what I did, and then explain the resolution.
After that, they explained the benefits, pay, and things about the department I would be working in. They said they had several other interviews to conduct but I would hear back within two weeks. I thanked them for their time and they thanked me. Ultimately I didn't get the offer, unfortunately, though they were offering much lower pay than what I was expecting anyway.
Interview Question – The questions were all easy - you just need to have a story about customer service experiences such as the above, ready in your mind. I recommend rehearsing the story several times, which is what I did. I rehearsed the entire interview process about seven or eight times the day before so I could get comfortable with the stories about my previous customer service experiences. Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Northbrook, IL Mar 2013 – Reviewed May 13, 2013 New
Interview Details – First round was good. Talked about the position and walked through my cv/resume. 2nd round was with 2 associate directors and a principal. Talked about the role, the position, and what my experiences were. Every interviewer had an i-banking background and had incredible insight and knowledge. The people and environment were simply amazing.
Interview Question – Give me an investment idea of a company you recently worked with. Answer Question
No Offer – Reviewed May 12, 2013 New
Interview Details – Company called almost immediately after I posted for position. Interview set-up was equally swift. Hiring manager was personable and didn't ask the usual questions, such as: tell me about yourself, where do you expect to be in 5 yrs etc. Instead he focused on skill sets such as SAP experience, excel, PowerPoint; asked me about my presentation skills and comfort with making presentations to upper mgt. The upshot: the interview went well, the hiring mgr turned me over to a colleague/fellow mgr to get their opinion. This individual asked questions about skills, a time in which I had to overcome a challenge, etc. More traditional interview. Four days after the interview, received an email indicating that the position had been filled and thanking me for my time. Final Update: found out the person selected for the position was less experienced, with no SAP experience. Also did research on hiring mgr, found out this individual was on downward trajectory in their career: decade as a sr mgr, currently in a non-sr mgt role at same company, etc. My not getting job may have been for totally different reasons than what I suspect, but my suspicion is, hiring mgr didn't want anyone too strong in the role.
Interview Question – All questions were expected and did not blindside. Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Reviewed May 10, 2013 New
Interview Details – Very detailed behavorial interview
Interview Question – What is your greatest weekness? Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Nashville, TN May 2011 – Reviewed May 8, 2013 New
Interview Details – Online Application, Test, phone interview, in person manger interview, in person mcm interview.
Interview Question – If you are asked your weakness, be sure to show how your weakness also converts into a strength. Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Rochester, MN Nov 2012 – Reviewed Apr 29, 2013
Interview Details – I did the online tests for the corporation then interviewed with the local agent that was hiring. I sat with him and we mostly just talked about the industry, where it was going and what I could bring to the table. He explained his business. I told him about my experience and how I had been successful in the past.
Interview Question – Why did I leave my last position. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – I negotiated some percs like vacation and health insurance
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Apr 19, 2013
Interview Details – I was recruited from a job fair at my college. I had a great résumé so I was treated very well as an applicant. I had two phone interviews: one technical and one behavioral. I knew almost all of the technical questions that were asked from my previous job experience. I got an offer very quickly.
Interview Question – Behavioral interview asked about overcoming struggles. This was very hard for me to talk about. Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Northbrook, IL Nov 2012 – Reviewed Apr 22, 2013
Interview Details – The interview process was simple. 1 45 minute interview with 2 different employees. Was offered a full time position a few weeks later and given 2 weeks to make my decision. Had to pass a backround check and a urine test
Interview Question – When was a time you worked in a group and weren't succesful View Answer
Negotiation Details – Just was offered and took it
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Apr 23, 2013
Interview Details – They do panel interviews. First with the manager and senior employee, then with 2 senior managers
Interview Question – There were no difficult questions Answer Question
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