JP Morgan HireVue Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the Personal Excellence Category?

It is a category focused on personal growth and high standards of performance.

What makes you the best candidate for the job?

I believe my passion for finance and my ability to work with others feed off of one another in my pursuit to find an answer and utilize those around me in order to do so.

Describe a time you had to motivate yourself, why was that necessary?

I motivated myself by leaving my comfort zone and competing against 60 other candidates for a support counselor role.

Describe a time you had to overcome an obstacle.

I had to lead a counselor team with quiet team members. Signup and view all the answers

What would others say about you, your strengths, and weaknesses?

Others would say I am always seeking opportunities to grow, my strengths include seeing failure as a stepping stone, and my weakness is trusting new coworkers whom I have not worked with previously. Signup and view all the answers

Tell me about a time when you had to change rapidly and go with a different approach.

When Rise speakers canceled, we turned it into an interactive case competition. Signup and view all the answers

Describe a time when you took on a risk and failed.

While backpacking through Europe, I took a train that did not connect as planned, but I met great people during the journey. Signup and view all the answers

Describe a time when you took on a risk and succeeded.

I forwarded information regarding self-harm to higher authorities within Ryla, risking relationships, but ultimately saved a person's well-being. Signup and view all the answers

Describe your communication style.

I always seek the truth; I communicate openly and honestly and request the same from others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a difficult conversation?

A difficult conversation is overcoming what others may think of you in order to communicate your honest thoughts. Signup and view all the answers

Rate your communication on a scale of 1-10, justify with an example.

<ol start="8"> <li>I had to tell my parents that I wanted to pursue finance over medical or law fields.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Describe a conflict with a peer and how you worked through it.

I was upset with Melissa for taking a shift when she had class and asked me to cut my shift. I told her how I didn't appreciate the way she treated me and didn't think it was fair. Signup and view all the answers

How do you conduct presentations?

I conduct presentations in a manner that allows me to communicate most clearly with my given audience, keeping in mind their styles, age, race, etc. Signup and view all the answers

How do you prep to present formal information?

I ensure that I effectively address all required points and organize it by laying out a clear table of contents. Signup and view all the answers

Example of a time when your presentation was successful.

I made a presentation on cryptocurrency to my fraternity, laying out the information in a way they could understand. Signup and view all the answers

What is the perfect balance between working by yourself and working as a team?

Idea meritocracy. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a time you built a network with others. Did you benefit?

As chancellor, I built a network with other schools, and our chapters both advanced towards our goals. Signup and view all the answers

Describe a time you received feedback and what you did differently.

In Ryla, I was told to be more charismatic when I speak. I worked on this by learning my content more thoroughly. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Excellence Category

Emphasis on how personal growth and collaboration enhance problem-solving abilities.

Best Candidate Justification

Passion for finance and teamwork support a collaborative approach in achieving common goals.

Self-Motivation and Overcoming Obstacles

Motivated to leave comfort zone by outpacing 60 candidates for a support counselor role.
Faced challenges as a lead counselor with a team of quiet individuals.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Recognized for actively seeking growth opportunities and supporting others.
Resilience in viewing failures as learning experiences while working on trusting new coworkers.

Adaptive Thinking

Quick pivot from a planned event to an interactive case competition due to cancelations.

Risk-Taking Experiences

Failed in Europe by taking a risky train route but gained valuable social connections.
Succeeded by prioritizing safety and well-being over personal relationships in a sensitive situation.

Communication Style

Advocates for open and honest communication; seeks transparency and fosters trust in conversations.

Difficult Conversations

Defined as overcoming fear of judgment to express authentic thoughts; illustrates personal growth.

Communication Assessment

Rated personal communication as an 8; example includes discussing career choices with parents.

Conflict Resolution

Addressed a disagreement with a peer constructively and directly to improve fairness and respect.

Presentation Techniques

Focuses on clear communication tailored to audience demographics; prepares by considering audience needs.

Effective Presentation Preparation

Outlines presentations methodically; successful in simplifying complex subjects for better understanding.
Identified areas for improvement in public speaking, especially tailoring content for specific audiences.

Teamwork and Relationship Building

Collects and integrates diverse team feedback to foster collaboration and collective progress.

Trust Building Strategies

Advocates for mutual care and prioritizing others’ well-being to cultivate trust in relationships.

Effective Work Relationships

Constructive partnership examples include transparent communication and shared goals for team success.

Balancing Teamwork and Individual Work

Emphasizes the concept of 'idea meritocracy' for effective collaboration and decision-making.

Networking Experiences

Established beneficial connections with other schools as chancellor, aiding mutual goal advancement.

Feedback Utilization

Responded to feedback regarding presentation charisma by improving preparation and knowledge of content.

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Prepare for your JP Morgan HireVue interview with these essential flashcards. Each card focuses on key concepts such as personal excellence and candidate motivation. Use these flashcards to refine your responses and showcase your passion for finance.