Fractional Friday

Nov 8, 2024

TRIVIA QUESTION

Which of the following interview questions is often used to gauge a candidate's creativity and problem-solving skills?

A) "If you could have any superpower, what would it be?"
B) "How many windows are in New York?"
C) "What is your greatest weakness?"
D) "Tell me about a time you failed."

Check your answer at the bottom of the newsletter.

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TRIVIA ANSWER

The answer is B) "How many windows are in New York?"

This is a classic example of a brain teaser used in interviews, particularly in tech and finance sectors. While it may seem odd at first, this question is designed to assess a candidate's logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities rather than their knowledge of architecture or city planning.

Candidates are not expected to provide an exact number; instead, interviewers look for how they approach the problem. Many companies, including Goldman Sachs and UBS, incorporate these fun elements into their interviews to find candidates who can think outside the box while still maintaining professionalism. How will you answer such quirky questions?

That’s a wrap!

Best regards,
Sue Mysko
Founder, Hire A Fractional and Fractional In A Box

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