J'ai postulé en ligne. J'ai passé un entretien chez LifeLabs Learning
Entretien
Hello,
I applied online. Initial application was lengthy and they followed up with an email saying they were interested in my application and would like to invite me to do a mock work session.
Initially I applied to LifeLabs because the company vision and mission resonated with me. The idea of being open to being an 'eternal student', in a place that encouraged constant growth and personal development, while in service of others, was like music to my ears. I also appreciated how open they were about working with, AND making sure it was known, that all neurodivergent people (people with ADHD, etc...) were welcomed and encouraged to apply.
The mock work session was a timed "demo"/written survey where they asked more job related questions and then they had a series of questions regarding emails; how to respond and scheduling. The time limit is 60 minutes and the directions are very clear that if you go over the time they won't consider your application.
If you have any type of neurodiversity, a timed demo where you have to answer somewhat tricky emails using multiple sources of different information, seems like a potential set up to fail, in my opinion. :( I did the best that I could given the time constraints but I can't help but wonder what if I had been allotted more time--like when filling out the initial application.
Overall, LifeLabs Learning seems like a wonderful company and I don't doubt that they truly care about people and company culture. I'm going to even go out on a limb and say that I know for a fact they don't want anyone to fail! If I can offer any advice it would be to consider re-evaluating the 60 min timed demo mock session and/or allow for a face to face/Zoom to Zoom follow-up with the applicant to discuss potential opportunities for learning and to offer constructive feedback if need be.
I feel like what draws many people to apply is the wonderful company values and mission statement, along with all the diversity and inclusivity. Having said that--the interview process should also have that same 'flavor'.
Thank you for your time and I hope this helps!
Questions d'entretien [1]
Question 1
Mostly based on the required skills section of the job posting.
I completed a practical exercise related to the job responsibilities, then participated in a video call for the final interview. The employees were very kind and the interview questions were relevant, but the conversation felt rather rapid-fire and insincere.
J'ai postulé en ligne. J'ai passé un entretien chez LifeLabs Learning (New York, NY) en mars 2021
Entretien
Initial application is lengthy. Questions related to experience I assume with related roles but requires a lot of writing if you want to be thorough. Second round is a timed "demo" they ask more skills/ job related questions and then have a series of questions regarding emails how to respond and scheduling. The email part isn't necessarily difficult if you already know their internal operations (e.g. days and times they do things). However I feel it is unreasonable to require an applicant to know these things in the time constraints given while also asking other questions that require detail. Quite a bit of writing without even making contact with an actual person. I would not apply for another position. Not sure how you can find someone qualified enough to advance to round two then have them complete round two without contact and determine within 1 hour they are not qualified without ever speaking to a live person. I have years of experience and a Master's degree. I am legit puzzled.
Questions d'entretien [1]
Question 1
What is your experience with contracts? Specifically How did you ensure they were maintained. Some other stuff about contracts I don't remember.