Because Arnold is a global company with management at different locations around the country, several of my interviews were via phone. I met locally with one decision maker, and spoke with my (now) direct supervisor via phone. I also had a conference call with the CEO and local plant manager.
None of the conversations were high stress, in fact I found each of the gentlemen to be easy to talk to and congenial. I appreciated their candor and willingness to listen. I felt confident that by the end of the process they really understood how my experience and strengths could make a difference at their company.
Less than a month from first-contact, I had an offer in hand. I anticipate that for other positions that don't report to out of state managers, the process likely goes much faster.