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Breakfast interview
Posted on 7/18/16 at 11:57 am
Posted on 7/18/16 at 11:57 am
This Thursday I have a interview with a investment bank. The location of this interview is at Egg Harbor ( breakfast place) at 10:00 am. The managing director/ guy interviewing me says bring nothing and looking forward to a open, interactive and fluid discussion.
What advice would you have for a interview that is out to eat compared to in a office? I am dressing business casual recommendation from a managing director who works in PE.
What advice would you have for a interview that is out to eat compared to in a office? I am dressing business casual recommendation from a managing director who works in PE.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:02 pm to Statsattack
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This Thursday I have a interview with a investment bank. The location of this interview is at Egg Harbor ( breakfast place) at 10:00 am. The managing director/ guy interviewing me says bring nothing and looking forward to a open, interactive and fluid discussion.
What advice would you have for a interview that is out to eat compared to in a office? I am dressing business casual recommendation from a managing director who works in PE.
Wear a suit.
Bring your resume.
This post was edited on 7/18/16 at 12:03 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:36 pm to Statsattack
Wear a suit.
Know how to properly eat. You know, manners and all that stuff.
Be prepared to talk about anything.
Know how to properly eat. You know, manners and all that stuff.
Be prepared to talk about anything.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:42 pm to LSUFanHouston
quote:
Wear a suit.
Know how to properly eat. You know, manners and all that stuff.
Be prepared to talk about anything.
I'd also look at the menu beforehand, have something in mind/picked out that is easy to eat and not messy.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:43 pm to whodatigahbait
Choosing between oatmeal or a yogurt parfait.
My buddy who works in PE said business casual should be fine, because the place is not fancy at all but I will take your guys word on the suit.
My buddy who works in PE said business casual should be fine, because the place is not fancy at all but I will take your guys word on the suit.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:53 pm to Statsattack
quote:
Choosing between oatmeal or a yogurt parfait.
My buddy who works in PE said business casual should be fine, because the place is not fancy at all but I will take your guys word on the suit.
What city is this interview in?
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:54 pm to whodatigahbait
quote:
Wear a suit.
Bring your resume.
This. Also, eat a snack first and order light. Don't look like a pig who's focused on the food.
Seems like a no brainier, but worth a mention.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:20 pm to whodatigahbait
Scrambled eggs. Not fried. Because of that yolk.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:25 pm to jimbeam
Agree on the suit. At a minimum the MD will have on a sportcoat, but probably a suit.
Also, if you need caffeine or a heavy breakfast to get moving, wake up early and consume that so you are at 100%. Just order light at the breakfast and opt towards something that doesn't require eating with your hands. Take a flip through the WSJ before the interview as well so you are up to speed on the latest business developments.
And of course, make sure to get enough sleep the night before.
Also, if you need caffeine or a heavy breakfast to get moving, wake up early and consume that so you are at 100%. Just order light at the breakfast and opt towards something that doesn't require eating with your hands. Take a flip through the WSJ before the interview as well so you are up to speed on the latest business developments.
And of course, make sure to get enough sleep the night before.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:27 pm to Statsattack
Yes, definitely wear a suit. (And don't shed your jacket and drape it on the back of your chair.) This is more akin to an audition than an interview...you're being assessed on your soft skills: everything from etiquette to conversational skills. Some folks look great on paper, seem okay in an office, but cannot be trusted to chew with their mouths closed, put a napkin in their laps, or have any idea of how to make casual-but-business-appropriate conversation. Be as polished as you can...
If dining out isn't second nature to you, find a decent business etiquette guide and do some reading. Follow the lead of your host in ordering...if he orders the giant omelet w/extra bacon, don't get just a fruit cup. If he orders a fruit plate, don't go for the big greasy fry-up.
If dining out isn't second nature to you, find a decent business etiquette guide and do some reading. Follow the lead of your host in ordering...if he orders the giant omelet w/extra bacon, don't get just a fruit cup. If he orders a fruit plate, don't go for the big greasy fry-up.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:36 pm to hungryone
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Yes, definitely wear a suit. (And don't shed your jacket and drape it on the back of your chair.) This is more akin to an audition than an interview...you're being assessed on your soft skills: everything from etiquette to conversational skills. Some folks look great on paper, seem okay in an office, but cannot be trusted to chew with their mouths closed, put a napkin in their laps, or have any idea of how to make casual-but-business-appropriate conversation. Be as polished as you can...
If dining out isn't second nature to you, find a decent business etiquette guide and do some reading. Follow the lead of your host in ordering...if he orders the giant omelet w/extra bacon, don't get just a fruit cup. If he orders a fruit plate, don't go for the big greasy fry-up.
I'd also add be as nice and polite to the waitstaff as humanly possible. Your interviewer will definitely notice how you treat other people.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:37 pm to Statsattack
I try to do all of my interviews for hires over a meal, so i get a free meal.
Having done this probably 10-15 times in the last year. Don't get anything messy. Dress nice. Arrive on time.
And its a normal interview.
Also, eat your meal even if it sucks.
Having done this probably 10-15 times in the last year. Don't get anything messy. Dress nice. Arrive on time.
And its a normal interview.
Also, eat your meal even if it sucks.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:51 pm to Hawkeye95
Also, sometimes during meal interviews the interviewer will have the server "mess up" your food just to see how you react.
Eat it anyway.
Eat it anyway.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:58 pm to Statsattack
1) Don't order a mimosa.
That's all I got.
That's all I got.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 2:01 pm to Statsattack
It's breakfast, right?
Wear pajamas. Have a five o'clock shadow. Exhale large puffs of morning breath. Get a bloody mary. Order a double stuffed pork chop sandwich with extra sausage gravy. Have two over easy eggs on the side and be sure to ask for extra buttery toast to sop up the runny yolk.
Do the opposite of what I say.
Wear pajamas. Have a five o'clock shadow. Exhale large puffs of morning breath. Get a bloody mary. Order a double stuffed pork chop sandwich with extra sausage gravy. Have two over easy eggs on the side and be sure to ask for extra buttery toast to sop up the runny yolk.
Do the opposite of what I say.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 5:26 pm to Statsattack
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I have a interview with a investment bank.
College grads mess up A vs AN? This is basic shite.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 5:50 pm to Statsattack
Unless this is Manhattan or somewhere akin where business prof is the norm, I'd take your buddy's advice. Youre going to look like a goofball in a suit at breakfast.
I feel like some of the advice in this thread is the equivalent of my mother in law telling us get to the airport 3 hours early for my flight out of hobby. If you over-prepare, over-dress, whatever, it will be awkward. Youre having breakfast with someone that is interested enough to have breakfast with you. Show him or her that youve been there before and be yourself above all.
Edit #2 if he says don't bring anything don't bring your frickin resume. Sheesh. First thing in the guy's mind will be "well this dipshit doesn't listen". You aren't there to talk about your resume.
I feel like some of the advice in this thread is the equivalent of my mother in law telling us get to the airport 3 hours early for my flight out of hobby. If you over-prepare, over-dress, whatever, it will be awkward. Youre having breakfast with someone that is interested enough to have breakfast with you. Show him or her that youve been there before and be yourself above all.
Edit #2 if he says don't bring anything don't bring your frickin resume. Sheesh. First thing in the guy's mind will be "well this dipshit doesn't listen". You aren't there to talk about your resume.
This post was edited on 7/18/16 at 6:54 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 8:11 pm to sneakytiger
For what's it worth, I agree with this advice. Otherwise, try to make a connection and be yourself. Good luck.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 8:52 pm to dirtsandwich
Do not say the following filler words or phrases:
Ummm
Like
For example
You know
Maybe
Basically
I don't know
So
Anyway
If you need time to think just pause and don't say any of these filler words or phrases. Be confident but but not too confident.
Ummm
Like
For example
You know
Maybe
Basically
I don't know
So
Anyway
If you need time to think just pause and don't say any of these filler words or phrases. Be confident but but not too confident.
This post was edited on 7/18/16 at 8:53 pm
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