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What interests you about Oracle? (Select all that apply)
What was a challenge you faced in your freshman year?
I struggled with the transition to being a D1 athlete and maintaining academic performance.
Why do you want to work in sales?
Sales satisfies my need to be competitive and allows me to meet new people.
Describe a time you showed leadership.
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Why should I hire you?
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What are your career goals for the next five years?
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How have you overcome difficult situations?
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What motivates you?
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What do you define as success?
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How do you handle rejection?
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The culture at a company should be diverse and focus on improvement.
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Describe a time when you had to make a challenging decision.
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What are the top three traits of sales reps?
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How are your extracurricular activities relevant to sales?
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What are some steps you took to reach a goal?
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Tell me about a time when you couldn't come through on a commitment.
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What other roles are you applying to and interviewing for?
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Are you competitive? How so?
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How do you describe yourself as a worker?
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Describe a time when you didn't get along with a superior.
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Describe a time when you had to adapt to a new environment.
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What are 3 websites you use every day?
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What do you think the typical day of a business development consultant is?
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What is something you're proud of?
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How do you stay persistent?
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Are you ready to work with huge companies?
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What is a recent idea you have had?
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What are your strengths?
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What are your weaknesses?
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Why did you major in sociology and how can you leverage that background to be successful?
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What questions do you have for the interviewer?
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Study Notes
Oracle Interview Insights
- Interest in Oracle stems from supportive company culture and commitment to employees, highlighted by strong internal networks.
- Emphasis on cloud technology and innovative expansion strategies, such as acquisition attempts to attract younger demographics.
- Admiration for CEO Safra Katz's leadership and advocacy for women in tech roles.
Personal Background and Experience
- Background includes competitive athletics; D1 swimmer with achievements in both Georgetown and Michigan.
- Transferred to Michigan for broader experiences, joined sorority and business fraternity, focusing on a sociology major with a public health emphasis.
- Work experience encompasses coaching, legal internships, and entrepreneurship through a tanning business.
Overcoming Challenges
- Transitioned to D1 athlete life; learned to seek help from teammates and utilize academic resources to maintain performance in sports and studies simultaneously.
- Recognition of the importance of community and guidance in mitigating struggles and achieving success.
Motivation for Sales
- Sales fueled by personal competitiveness and enjoyment of meeting new people.
- Inclusive onboarding programs at Oracle contribute to a supportive work environment.
Leadership and Initiative
- Demonstrated leadership by addressing team dynamics as a freshman swimmer, fostering accountability within peers to improve team performance.
- Major accomplishments included turning around team results through honest communication and collective commitment.
Distinct Attributes for Employment
- Combines hard work and a competitive spirit with practical experience in sales and marketing from family business and self-funded ventures.
- Driven by personal achievements and maintaining a high GPA while balancing sports and academic responsibilities.
Future Aspirations
- Short-term goal of becoming a go-to sales rep and leader within the team; long-term aim for a significant role in executive leadership, focusing on bridging gaps for women in tech.
- Plans to leverage supportive training environments like Oracle's “class of program” for skill development.
Handling Adversity and Rejection
- Approaches rejection as a constructive opportunity for learning and personal growth.
- Consistent reflection on feedback ensures continual improvement and resilience.
Company Culture Perceptions
- Ideal company culture includes diversity, a winning attitude, and good corporate citizenship, emphasizing collaboration across various backgrounds for optimal problem-solving.
- Recognition of Oracle's innovative strategies, including market expansion initiatives, as indicators of progressive company culture.
Extracurricular Integration
- Extracurricular experiences in business initiatives and competitive sports contribute to effective communication skills and teamwork essential for sales roles.
- Each experience reinforces crucial skills like lead generation, customer interaction, and persistent work ethic.
Decision-Making and Prioritization
- Illustrated decision-making skills during transfer from Georgetown; actively joined clubs to foster new connections and enhance personal growth.
- Reflects on early commitments in team settings and learning the necessity of prioritizing responsibilities for better time management.
Competitive Nature
- Strong competitive drive evident through academic achievements and personal goals; motivated not only by external competition but also intrinsic benchmarks.
- Acknowledges healthy competition within peer groups as a catalyst for maintaining high performance and setting ambitious personal standards.### Team Experience
- High school swim teammate provided mentorship and friendship while being a top athlete.
- Carpooled to practices and shared a passion for training and success.
Adapting to Differences
- Encountered a technology-challenged superior as an assistant swim coach.
- Boss preferred paper over digital methods for managing swim lessons and meet scores.
- Took initiative to create an Excel spreadsheet for scoring and scheduling, demonstrating adaptability.
- Learned to work with different styles and the importance of respect for authority.
New Environment Adaptation
- Transferred to Michigan sophomore year, overcoming the challenge of leaving Georgetown and friends.
- Faced initial struggles of fitting into an established social group.
- Joined multiple clubs to build connections and gain independence.
Daily Website Usage
- Utilizes LinkedIn for job hunting, networking, and seeking career advice.
- Reads the Wall Street Journal for current events to stay informed.
- Uses the Sweat app to track workouts and maintain motivation.
Business Development Consultant Role
- 12-week training program for recent graduates focusing on technology and sales.
- Placed on a team with assigned products and territories.
- Training involves role-playing, mock cases, public speaking, and learning by doing.
- Focused on lead generation, making 40-50 cold calls daily, and aiming for promotion after one year.
Personal Accomplishment
- Achieved significant success as a walk-on swimmer, becoming the highest female point scorer.
- Emphasizes setting small goals and exceeding expectations through hard work and dedication.
Persistence Strategies
- Achieves tasks by breaking down goals into manageable weekly schedules.
- Effective time management led to high academic performance during a challenging semester.
Readiness for Large Companies
- Prepared to apply acquired skills in a professional environment after college experiences.
- Developed communication skills through internship with hospitals and insurance firms.
Innovative Idea
- Proposed an app for tracking charitable donations, encouraging transparency and tax benefits.
- Aimed to attract a significant user base while promoting donations and transparency of non-profits.
Strengths and Weaknesses
- Strengths: Time management, emotional intelligence, competitiveness, hard work, high performance under pressure.
- Weaknesses: Difficulty in letting go, managing aggressive personalities, asking for help, public speaking.
Sociology Major Relevance
- Chose sociology to understand societal dynamics and enhance skills for helping people.
- Specialized in health-related sociology, linking knowledge to a career in sales within tech solutions.
- Anticipates applying sociological insights to understand client needs in public health sectors.
Interview Questions to Consider
- Inquiry about client engagement and retention strategies.
- Discuss successful sales tactics and personal experiences within the company.
- Request insights on the interviewer's background and most proud achievements.
- Explore desired skills for ideal candidates in the organization.
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Explore unique insights into Oracle's company culture and leadership under CEO Safra Katz, along with a personal narrative of overcoming challenges as a D1 athlete. This quiz covers themes of innovation, support networks, and personal growth through various experiences.