90 second response
What is it?
A technique to answer open ended questions where you showcase your skills, interest and experiences
What does the S stand for?
Situation - task or situation that illustrates your strengths
What is a case interview?
It is a scenario modeled after a real business or management problem
What is the standard dress code for most interviews?
Business casual
Examples of strengths
Being proactive, being a good listener, being a team player, being enthusiastic, paying attention to detail, having leadership experience
What to say in the first 15 seconds?
Relevant and appropriate personal information
What does the O stand for?
Obstacle - challenges you encountered
What skills are evaluated during a case interview?
Communication, analyitical, organization, performing under pressure, understanding business principles, creativity and resourcefulness
Describe a business casual outfit
- Typical, everyday office attire
- Khakis or dress pants
- Casual skirt or dress
- Polo or collared shirt
- Dress shoes, loafers or flats
Examples of weaknesses
Lack of confidence, uncomfortable in large group settings, dislike of public speaking
What to say in the 30 seconds after the first 15 seconds?
What does the A stand for?
Action - action taken to overcome obstacles
What is the purpose of this type of question?
To gauge general business knowledge
Describe a smart / dressy casual outfit
- A combination of business casual and business attire
- Dark jeans (no holes) or khakis
- Dress pants or skirt
- Collared or dressy top
- Blazer or nice jacket
What to do when sharing a weakness?
Be honest, include efforts to compensate or overcome said weakness
What to say in the other 30 seconds?
Professional experience (leadership positions, extracurricular involvement, internships, etc).
What does the R stand for?
Result - Explain concrete result of your action
What are Brainteasers?
They are logic questions or puzzles used to measure creativity, quantitative skills and problem solving
Describe business attire
- More sophisticated and signaling a need for a suit
- Suit or business style dress
- Collared shirt and tie
- Dress shoes or comfortable heels
What are your career goals 5 - 10 years from now on?
Highlight skills to develop, professional growth and how the position can contribute to both of them
What to say in the last 15 seconds?
Why you are interested in the position
What does the T stand for?
Takeaway / Tie-in - what you've learned from the situation
What are Market-sizing or Guesstimates?
They are estimation questions that require logical deduction and statistical information
How to dress for an interview?
Well-groomed, avoid heavy fragrances, do not wear open-toed shoes, neutral colors and wear accessories conservatively
What to do after a job interview?
Send a thank-you note to anyones you interviewed with. In the note reinforce your interest in the position and highlight a positive takeaway from the interview