One of the founders reached out to me via LinkedIn noting that I may be a good fit for the position. We scheduled a phone interview, but it was delayed twice. I don't fault anyone for this, especially given the fact that Marketing/PR is a demanding field and requires flexibility.
The phone interview was different from any other phone interview. It felt more so like the interviewer was talking AT me, however, he did pause and allow me to ask any questions I may have had.
Overall, the phone interview was a good experience. When I asked about next steps, he told me that it would consist of a group interview in the office and the Gallup Strengths Finder 2.0 assessment.
In order to save the company time and money, I took it upon myself to purchase the Strengths Finder book and take the assessment at my own discretion.
I emailed the founder after taking the assessment, however, he replied explaining that the company ended up nixing the position due to budget issues, but mentioned that he was willing to meet up with me to help unpack my strengths.
We sat at a bar for about an hour, discussed my work experience, my skills, my strengths, my weaknesses, and he helped point me in the direction of a few ad agencies in Dallas.
I am grateful that he took the time to meet with me and give me good career advice. Not everyone is willing to do that, which is what set him apart from other agency founders in Dallas.
Overall, good experience. Not frightening or daunting in the least.
