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Marketing Position at PitchBook

No Offer – Reviewed May 3, 2013

Interview Details – Started off with the CEO contacting me via LinkedIn, then a HR representative called me for a phone interview. Met for two interviews afterwards, then took a personality test. Had no response from them after that. I called, e-mailed, and nothing. Very unprofessional. Don't have people wait around, just tell them no

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Client Development Associate at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Apr 2013 – Reviewed Apr 10, 2013

Interview Details – My experience with the PitchBook interview process was nothing short of ideal.

I spent 4 hours meeting with a variety of associates: HR, managers, individuals I'd be training with, and associates currently in the role. I found the latter to be most helpful, as they were candid in giving me a keen sense of day-to-day. The interview ended with a personality/ logic test. All conversations were comfortable and positive. Genuinely nice people.

The following week, they invited me back for interviews with the CEO and VP of Sales. Both conversations felt natural and very few behavioral questions were asked.

The HR department was incredibly responsive throughout the 2 weeks. I felt comfortable asking questions.

Overall, I'd describe my interviews as professional, friendly, and insightful. The timely responses from HR were especially convenient.

Interview Question – If your manager asked you to handle a situation a certain way, but you did not agree, how would you address it?   Answer Question

Negotiation Details – Fair. This role has commission incentive, so not much negotiation potential. HR was available for questions (via phone/ email) at all hours - even on weekends!

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Sales at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA – Reviewed Mar 7, 2013

Interview Details – I applied online and was promptly contacted by a recruiter for a phone interview. I then went to the office twice to speak with managers of different departments as well as some new and established employees to get a sense of culture. It seems like a very positive and fast paced workplace. I also completed a personality test during my final interview.

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Negotiation Details – The negotiation phase was very efficient. We were able to quickly come to terms agreeable to both parties.

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Analyst at PitchBook

No Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA – Reviewed Sep 10, 2012

Interview Details – Consisted of phone interview, in person interview, and never heard back from the company in regard to the third interview. I emailed the recruiter multiple times to get an update, but they didn't even have the courtesy to respond with an answer.

Interview Question – If you could be a fruit, what fruit would you be?   Answer Question

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Research Associate at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Apr 2010 – Reviewed Jun 16, 2012

Interview Details – A very professional process. Met with multiple people including CEO, senior researchers and VP of Products. They provided a very clear overview of the position, company culture and opportunity for growth. Came into the office three different days, each provided more details about the role and gave me the chance to really see what a day in the life would entail. The office is also very cool, but it is the people that make the real difference.

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Sales & Marketing Coordinator at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Jul 2011 – Reviewed May 12, 2012

Interview Details – Initially, I really clicked with upper management at the company. My phone and live interviews went really well, and was told I would be a great fit for the company. I also had a great feeling about what I could bring to the role - and I felt I would be able to make a lot of my broad skill-set work in favor of the company; especially considering they were just starting out. This was definitely recognized by upper-management during my interview period, which was appreciated.

Interview Question – Why do you want to work here?   Answer Question

Negotiation Details – In terms of negotiations, I stuck to my guns regarding the salary I knew my skill-set was worth, and for what the job would pay. Initially I was offered a salary much lower than what I requested, but as most negotiations go, this changed in my favor. It was not a difficult negotiation, which I appreciated.

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Account Management at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Jun 2011 – Reviewed Mar 9, 2012

Interview Details – Very smooth and professional. Multiple people followed-up, good communication.

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Negotiation Details – Seemed to have a set compensation structure for each position, but growth/tiers within the roles as well to earn more.

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Sales at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Feb 2011 – Reviewed Feb 27, 2012

Interview Details – Found the job posting on LinkedIn. Was looking for SaaS sales positions in the Seattle area. Setting up interview was easy. Follow up was prompt on their side. Met with several people including the founder, and sales manager and one of the members of the sales team. The interview process was easy.

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Negotiation Details – No negotation here. Take it or leave it.

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Business Development at PitchBook

No Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Jan 2012 – Reviewed Feb 2, 2012

Interview Details – I send my resume and cover letter to this company on Jan 16, MLK Day, at about 10 AM. At 9 PM that SAME evening, the VP of Sales send me an E Mail wanting to know when I could set a time for a phone interview. I e mail him back early on Tuesday the 17th saying that anytime Wednesday the 18th through Friday 20th would work fine.

Then, SILENCE...????? I dropped him another email that Thursday the 19th, NO REPLY. Left a voice mail with him on Friday the 20th..NOTHING, the following Wednesday the 25th, voice & e mail...NOTHING.....So yesterday I sent yet another email and he finally sent a reply just saying the position has been filled. What a lack of professionalism, how or why do they operate like this???? Pathetic !

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Business Development at PitchBook

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Seattle, WA Oct 2009 – Reviewed Nov 17, 2011

Interview Details – The decisions here are made extremely rapidly, which is nice since it is hard to tell how you have done. As a start up the process constantly changes, but has always included a personality test to see whether or not you are a fit for the company and role. I had a phone screen, one on one, another phone interview, and a personality test before getting the offer.

Negotiation Details – Negotiating was tough, as there are commissions involved, but worth a try.

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