Interview

Describe a situation when you did not agree with the opinion (or decision) of your superior or supervisor, and knew that they were wrong.

Floor seating.

Why Finance

-To thrive in a competitive environment - I work my best when surrounded by similar people who challenge me daily - I get an extreme sense of satisfaction from hard work and no other industry values these traits more than the field of finance.

Describe the process you typically use to make decisions at work. please provide a specific example to illustrate your decision-making process.

1. Identify my goal - important to keep your eye on the goal. what problem needs to be solved? what needs to be accomplished? 2. gather information/understanding for weighing options - make a list of every possible alternative 3. consider all the consequences - how will this affect me now? in the future? will it affect others? how? 4. make the decision 5. evaluate the decision

Describe a situation when you were under pressure at work?

I am able to thrive under multiple deadlines and projects. For example, I once had to work on three large projects that were all due in the same week. However, by prioritising my responsibilities, working effectively with my colleagues and putting in the extra effort, I was able to complete all three projects ahead of time and avoid any unnecessary stress.

Describe your experience with booking international and domestic travel.

i have booked multiple trips using various systems such as nippon or Concur. I have booked trips internationally and domestically along with multiple cities.

Why this position in this job?

isn't just another administrative assistant job. I am excited about the opportunity because it is an entirely different industry that is dynamic and competitive. I enjoy helping people and feel that I there is opportunity to grow as long as you put in the effort.

culture at Stout:

positive team attitude, accountability, commitment, entrepreneurialism, and relationship focus.

What do you know about stout?

range of clients, from Fortune 100 corporations to privately held companies in numerous industries around the world.

Why Stout?

recognized as one of the best and brightest companies to work for. received numerous awards and are often called upon to share their expertise and conferences.

Communication degree prepares you for?

to demonstrate strong written and oral communication and presentation skills, along with knowledge of how a business functions across departments.

what motivates you?

•I'm motivated by personal achievement. I like to work hard and achieve the goals I have set out for myself. •I really enjoy helping people, and when I see the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, I take the initiative.

Stout matches donations up to

$100 a year made by employees to charitable organizations.

How else do you prioritize?

A good way to prioritize is to make a list of the most important things in your life and write them down. Next things is to write an order of what is needed to be done the most to the least, and then put it to use.

What are your strengths?

Conscientious, perceptive, and very hardworking- I have a strong attention to detail and I am serious about my work.

In the banking industry, customer service is essential. Give me an example of a time when you provided excellent customer service

Customer needed a schematic that the we had trouble finding and so i talked to different departments but had no luck. I decided to go through some files located in storage and eventually found what customer was looking for.

Describe a situation when you had to motivate someone in work?

Engineers wouldn't turn in reports on time. I would be flooded with paper and very stressed. I told them in order to be paid correctly they needed to adhere to the cutoff date.

Definite success

For me, success is about doing my job well. I want to be recognized as someone who always does their best and tries their hardest to make my goals. Not only is it just about me but also that my team is doing well and is successful.

Tell me about your education. How has it prepared you for this opportunity?

Good communication is essential in just about every industry, helping to sell products to the public, maintain strong relationships with investors, clients and customers.

How do you cope with stress and pressure?

Having many different assignments to work on or an upcoming deadline to meet helps me to stay motivated and productive. The solution is not to panic but to remain focused on delivering my very best. This allows me to channel my energy into accomplishing tasks efficiently and without issue.

Describe a difficult experience at work and how you handled it

Having to tell a 1099 contractor that he would not be paid because he missed the deadline. So, he will need to wait until next month instead of filling out a payment request.

Why should we hire you?

I believe my skills and abilities are sufficient to handle the demands and needs of the position. I am highly motivated and have a drive which I believe separates me from other candidates. ,I think you should hire me and give me a chance to part of your organization and family because I am the type of person you're looking for. I'm punctual, dedicated, hardworking and honest. I believe in working as a team, I work well with others, and I'm enthusiastic about my work. Through my education, community service and well developed skill sets I think I posses the traits that would make me a valuable asset to this company.

Weakness

I consider my greatest weakness is that I am too critical of myself and never really appreciating when I have accomplished something. I look at ways of how I could have done something better, or faster.

What is your greatest weakness?

I consider my greatest weakness to be that I am too critical of myself and don't really take the time to appreciate what I have accomplished. I look at ways of how I could have done it faster or better; however, I feel like this pushes me to try to give my all and be the best that I can be.

Have you had a difficult manager?

I have been very lucky to have had terrific managers during my career so far. I have respected each of them and got along well with all of them.

How do you define success?

I think success has a number of factors. The first criteria is a satisfied customer, whether the customer is my boss or a client. I want to not only have met the specifications of the project, but also to have surpassed expectations by personally finding unique ways to create value. Furthermore, I need to feel that the final project represents my best work and that of my team. For me, success means knowing that the work is done in a very ethical manner, having some fun along the way, and having the freedom to chart my own course.

Describe a conflict you had with your colleague?

I try my best to avoid conflicts in the workplace. However, sometimes it is not possible to avoid them. In my last job, the team wasn't handing reports in on time and they weren't handing in the correct forms.

Tell me about a tough decision you had to make?

I was working on a team project, and my colleagues and I had to make a number of choices about how to use our limited budget. Because these decisions involved group conversations, our team learned how to communicate effectively with one another, and I believe we ultimately made the best decisions for the team.

how do you think you would handle internal problems within the team?

I would call in a meeting to find out exactly what is going wrong. If it is only a small team, I would make it a point to talk to them one by one and get their feedback. There is nothing like talking to someone face to face to see and hear what one has to say.

tell us about computer skills?

I'm proficient with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Power Point. I'm very comfortable using these programs and have a lot of experience doing so.

Share a Strength That Isn't on Your Resume

In my previous position, I discovered that the company was spending thousands of dollars every couple of months for catering where the food wasn't that spectacular. I decided to scope out other venues where there were more options and the cost wasn't so high. My boss was thrilled to see the initiative.

why finance sector?

It offers a fast-paced, continuously challenging career

what was previous salary?

Job applicants in chicago cannot discuss as the question is banned.

How do you anticipate the needs of an executive?

My goal is to stay one step ahead at all times and remain involved in the changing needs of executives and the entire business. I use my own intuition and experience to determine what an executive needs to know, and what is just noise."

Where do you see yourself in 5 years ?

My long term goals include growing with a company where I can continue to learn and take on more responsibility and allowing professional growth.

Are you overqualified for this job?

Overqualified? Some would say that I'm not overqualified but fully qualified. With due respect, could you explain the problem with someone doing the job better than expected?"

How do you handle stress/ pressure?

Prioritizing my responsibilities so I have a clear idea of what needs to be done when, has helped me effectively manage pressure on the job. Also, I like to workout and feel that is a great stress reliever.

What would you define as success in the first year in the position?

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How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?

Recognize and accept your anxiety about specific fears or situations, and then make a plan for dealing with i

How would you handle a difficult situation where a director asked you for your immediate help with travel, and you had an imminent deadline on a presentation quickly approaching?

Since this job is all about multitasking, but also about teamwork, I would ask my supervisor for permission to teamwork with another assistant to get her help. If approved, I would solicit my team member to help me with the project so that I could focus my attention on the director's needs

What Is The Most Enjoyable Part Of Working In A Company?

Teamwork, Collaboration, and working toward a common goal.

Why work in finance?

The financial services industry is enormous, with a smorgasbord of opportunities, positions and environments open to you. you never stop learning. Constant innovation is commonplace and creates a fast-paced work-day.

How do you work under pressure?

There are deadlines to be met and the workload is constant. But, by creating a detailed schedule, I am able to organise my work into small assignments and complete projects effectively and efficiently.

Why Did You Resign From Your Previous Job?

They provided me with a great learning experience while helping enhance my skill sets. No more learning opportunity in the company to develop your skills.

Do you take work home with you?

When I need to, bringing work home with me is not a problem. I realize the importance of meeting deadlines and getting work done on time, and sometimes that requires extra hours in the office or at home.

What are your strategies for managing your time when dealing with multiple urgent tasks simultaneously?

When I'm being pulled in multiple directions, I focus on staying calm and collected. I write out to-do lists and focus on prioritizing tasks based on importance and deadlines. This clears my head and helps me finish all of my tasks on time.

How do you prioritize your work?

You must determine what needs to be done and how much time you have to do it in. You should start with the most important and time sensitive issues. Cross off things as you finish them and add as needed. Keep this in your computer but also print a copy and keep it some where where you can see it.

Why should we hire you opposed to another candidate?

You should hire me because I can assure you that I am a fast learner who strives to excel. I am organized and can work independently or within a team. Also, I am interested in developing my career within your company.

What do you believe an executive assistant brings to a company?

an executive assistant makes me feel like I'm part of something bigger. I love making people's' lives run more smoothly and efficiently, and I believe an executive assistant is crucial for making business-critical decisions, averting crisis and acting as the face and voice of top-level executives."

Stout aims to support

at least three events per year at every one of our offices,

What Is Important For You Money Or Work?

good quality work is very important for me to enhance my skill sets and knowledge base. But to lead a stable and satisfactory life money is also equally important.