I received an invitation for a 15 mins creening video call by AT Kearney, What should I expect ? any general advice?
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Hi there,
Usually these calls only involve fit questions (you may clarify with HR though); standard questions you can expect are:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why consulting
- Why Kearney
- Why this office
- Why should we hire you
More rarely in a screening call you may get:
- Give me an example when you led a team
- Tell me about a time when you had to convince someone not agreeing with you
- What has been your major achievement so far
Below you can find some tips for a phone interview:
- Prepare the place for the call. A quiet environment is a must-have. Also, be sure that there is not strange stuff in the background!
- Prepare on the wall in front of you all the material you need (structures, tips for fit part, etc) so you won't have to look for it during the interview/ won't make it clear you are reading it
- Prepare your own questions. Relevant questions at the end are a great way to show your interest in the company and get additional points. This is particularly important in a phone/video interview, as the interviewer will naturally connect less with you. In the first reply at the link below you can find some tips on the ideal questions to ask at the end of your call: https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/open-house-at-bcg-311
- Smile during the call. It's a good way to express energy
- Use numbers when communicating your structure. This will make it easier for the interviewer to follow you, since they probably cannot see your notes. As an example:“In order to help our client, I would like to focus on three main areas. First, I would like to focus on [FIRST TOPIC], secondly on [SECOND TOPIC], finally on [THIRD TOPIC]. Let me start with the first one."
- Dress like you would in an in-person interview. Business attire (suit + tie for man and pantsuits or suit with a matching skirt for women) is always the best choice
Hope this helps,
Francesco
PS. Remember the name is now Kearney only ;)
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Dear A,
For this screening video call there will be fit questions and introduction. So pay attention to those question which Francesco has pointed out.
Plus think about structuring yur answer. You have limited amount of time, so think about the most valuabe facts and stories that need to be communicated and make an impression about you, that you need.
In addition to that, please be prepared with the following:
- Good internet connection. If you don't have this opportunity at home^ find an appropriate place
- Good light
- Proper sound, I would ecommend you to use an earphones
- No distractions. It wouldn't be good neither for your to concentrate, nor for the interviewer
- Proper office look. Put a button shirt at least.
If you need any help or advice with your preparations, feel free to reach out.
Best,
André
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Hi there,
Prepare your key answers
- Resume walkthrough
- Why Consulting
- Why AT Kearney
- Why this office
Make sure you can pitch yourself, articulate your journey well, and show genuine interest in the company/role!
Get the technicals down
1) Make sure you have a good + working headset
2) Make sure your camera works
3) Setup a space without distracting items/activity behind you
4) Make sure you have a good internet connection AND be prepared to hotspot with your phone
5) Test the videoconferencing platform/tool a day before (to make sure it's installed, compatible, etc.)
6) Login 10 minutes before to prevent any issues
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