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Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Second Round Interviews
In the second part of our two part series, we help break down the differences between first and second round interviews as well as highlight some of the bigger mistakes that can end your hiring chances on the spot.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Second Round Interviews
Have you ever arrived home from a job interview feeling like you just cleared a major hurdle only to find out that the company would like you to come back in for another interview? Although daunting, this is a sign the company was impressed by you and can envision you as part of their team! In the first part of our two part series, we give you a...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Finding out if you gel with the team
Eric is a Software Engineer with Genesys, the "global leader for omnichannel customer experience and contact center solutions." Based out of Indianapolis, Eric's position supports the global technical sales group, authoring both web pages and application-style demonstrations for the company's sales reps to use with clients.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Bring fresh idea to round two
Kyle's main responsibility is to ensure that his team is strategically meeting their planned vision for their dedicated product line. Whether working with sales, marketing, or finance, Kyle is working nonstop to exceed customer expectations.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Requesting an agenda will make you more comfortable
Tyler is an Accountant and a Senior Manager at Blue & Co., LLC, a Midwest-based financial services firm. Tyler not only explains his job functions as a manager, but also the step-by-step audit process that entry-level job seekers can expect to see the first day on the job.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Request an agenda so you can research interviewers
Seth is a Business Development Manager at Springbuk, the leading "employer-facing health analytics software" designed to help companies forecast cost and improve their employees' health. Seth's main objective is to bring as much new business into the pipeline as possible. While this is mainly accomplished over phone and email, Seth can also find...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Research all of the interviewers beforehand
Megan is a Business Leader for Schlage Residential Mechanical, a home and commercial defense hardware segment of Allegion. As an important part of the company's supply chain, Megan is responsible for making sure they have the right products in the portfolio for their consumers, whether that be retail or wholesale.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Be ready for more technical questions
Mike is the Senior Salesforce Administrator at Cheetah Digital, an "enterprise cross-channel marketing solutions provider dedicated to the marketer." In his role, Mike is charged with building, maintaining, and architect Salesforce-based solutions to his clients' requests. Mike recommends interested students to supplement their technical...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Keep your answers fresh throughout the day
Sean is the Senior Associate Director of Professional Development at Indiana University's Robert H. McKinney School of Law. His main mission is simple: connect current students with future career opportunities. Sean achieves this through one-on-one counseling sessions as well as networking events.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  You might be immersed in the company's production and culture
Austin is the Assistant General Manager of Quality at Enkei America, the manufacturer of aluminum OEM wheels for Honda, Nissan, and Subaru. As the Assistant GM of Quality, Austin oversees the process quality as well as the laboratory validations for the entire Columbus, IN facility.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Prepare for a full day of interviewing
Theresa is a Product Chemistry Project Manager and Analytical Team Leader for Corteva Agriscience, the the agricultural division of DowDuPont. She is responsible for both the physical property testing on formulated products as well as developing new methods for analyzing active ingredients.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Prepare for behavioral questions
Nolan is a Data Analyst with Eli Lilly and Company, one of the leading pharmaceutical manufacturers in the US. Working on both currently produced drugs as well as testing for future releases, Nolan main role is to ensure the lab techs have all of the data and information to properly test the pharmaceuticals.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Be prepared to explain why you want the job
Michael is a Laboratory Manager with CIE, a leading manufacturer of ethanol products, from beverages and fuels to cosmetic and personal care products. As a manager, Michael is responsible for data collection and ensuring his chemists have the proper setup for the necessary testing.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Show how your skills are perfect for every aspect of the job
Christina is the Assistant Director of Student Success and Retention at Millersville University. Her main purpose is to help various groups of students adjust to life at a university. Whether working with students of color, first generation students, or anyone from underserved neighborhoods, Christina works to ensure they are set up to succeed...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  How well do you fit the company's culture?
Aya is a Senior Business Analyst with Optum / UnitedHealth Group. Her main responsibility is to act as a liaison between the customer front end and the technology backend. Aya takes requests from her clientele and works with her team to make sure the changes or enhancements can be implemented.

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Focus on who you are and what you bring to the company
Bailey is the Associate Director of the Center for Leadership and Community Engagement at Rollins College. Based out of Winter Park, Florida, Bailey's main responsibility is to direct the Bonner's Leader Program, an initiative that sends a group of 40 Rollins students out to different nonprofits in high-impact arenas, from education and the...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Be up to date on the company's current events
Erin is the Financial Controller for Indy Eleven, Indianapolis's professional soccer team. Based out of the city itself, Erin manages all of the team's financial operations, from payroll and budget forecasting to preparing financial statements and reviewing potential contracts. On game days, Erin arrives to the stadium 3 hours early to ensure...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Chance to find out how you mesh with the team
Mark is a Law Student at Valparaiso University Law School in Indianapolis, IN. Although halfway through his education, Mark is no stranger to the law, having spent over a decade working in various criminal justice roles. After leaving the NYPD for medical reasons, Mark spent time as a probation officer for Indiana, an Emergency Operations...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Give plenty of solid examples of your experience
Emily is a Human Resources Generalist with Allegion, a large provider of security solutions and products for homes and businesses. Emily's role as a generalist has her involved in many aspects of human resources, such as talent acquisition, employee career development, and the company's mergers and acquisitions. Emily's main goal is to find the...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Show the employer you are completely engaged and interested
David is a Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner with Raymond James Financial Services, of of the largest financial services firms in the country. Based out of Union Savings Bank in Danbury, CT, David walks us through the entire lifecycle of a client, from initial prospective meeting to retirement planning. David also tells new...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Relate your past successes to your future ambitions
Debra is the Associate Director of the Career Success Center at Western Connecticut State University. After spending a decade with on-air broadcast journalism, Debra changed gears to focus on her true calling: career preparation and counseling for college students. She and her team work with students every day on all types of job preparation,...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Show your desire and ambition to hit the ground running
Hannah is a Process Assurance Project Manager for a large financial services firm. Based out of Danbury, CT, Hannah is responsible for the IT risk and control for an application development team. She uses her extensive audit experience to manage the risk assurances, which can range from corrupted code in the back-end to keeping unauthorized...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Perform even more thorough research than the first round
Kathleen is the Director of theCareer Success Center at Western Connecticut State University. After serving in the United States Navy for 26 years as an intelligence officer, Kathleen transitioned to the private sector by completing her MBA and taking on an administrative role at WCSU. It wasn't long before she found herself in charge of the...

Channel: Second Round Interviews Topic:  Prepare for more probing questions
Anthony is the Director of the Cooperative Education Internship Program at Western Connecticut State University's Career Success Center. He works with regional companies to establish internship opportunities for WCSU students. Not only does Anthony give us a glimpse into his role, he also gives us great advice on acing both a group interview and...