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American Express HireVue Mock Interview

Question 3 of 30 for our American Express HireVue Mock Interview

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Question 3 of 30

Tell us about your ideal work environment or company culture.

American Express advertises on their website that they're rated #8 of one of the 100 best companies to work for, that Fortune awarded them one of the most admired companies and the best workplace for diversity and best workplaces for women. Their core values state, "We back our customers and support our communities. We make it by doing what's right. We embrace diversity and stand for inclusion. We do what's right and respect people." There are a lot of great branding statements they make on their career page. Do your research and align your values with theirs. Take notes and zero in on how their environment would be great for you. The assessment vendor will gauge your comfort level by asking you to describe what you are looking for and what you've learned about this position at AMEX. Go into your interview fully versed so that you can effortlessly answer these types of questions with confidence.

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How to Answer: Tell us about your ideal work environment or company culture.

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  • 3. Tell us about your ideal work environment or company culture.

      Focus Your Answer On

      American Express advertises on their website that they're rated #8 of one of the 100 best companies to work for, that Fortune awarded them one of the most admired companies and the best workplace for diversity and best workplaces for women. Their core values state, "We back our customers and support our communities. We make it by doing what's right. We embrace diversity and stand for inclusion. We do what's right and respect people." There are a lot of great branding statements they make on their career page. Do your research and align your values with theirs. Take notes and zero in on how their environment would be great for you. The assessment vendor will gauge your comfort level by asking you to describe what you are looking for and what you've learned about this position at AMEX. Go into your interview fully versed so that you can effortlessly answer these types of questions with confidence.

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 30th, 2022

      What You Need to Know

      You want to come across as genuine and natural as possible while maintaining eye contact with the camera. The aim is to not look at yourself on the screen to study how well you are performing. So turn on your computer's camera and practice enough times without looking at yourself until you get to the point where you feel you can answer such questions as naturally as possible. Try to incorporate the language of their keywords and branding as naturally as possible into your answers.

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 30th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I'm not just looking for any job. The culture of a brand is important to me. Wherever I end up working, I want everyone, and myself, to be happy that I'm there, and that takes ensuring it's a good fit. It's why we're both here, having this interview right now. In all honesty, American Express' work environment fit the bill. I spent some time looking over the website, at the company's core values, and their mission statements, and it all resonated with me. Integrity and respect are also my core values. I am very goal-oriented, and it's my goal to work at a company that would value these traits in me. I wouldn't be here if I didn't feel like it was a good fit."

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 30th, 2022

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      Anonymous Answer

      "My ideal work environment is one where the company's core values, and mission statements, not only resonate with me but are evident in its employees. A company that fosters both professional and personal growth."

      Marcie's Feedback

      Nice! Does this company's core values/mission resonate with you? If so, discuss this to remind the interviewer why you're so interested in working for their company. Also, talk more about why you'd like to work for a company that values professional and personal growth. Why is this important to you? What else is important to you? Colleagues who think outside the box? A laidback/formal atmosphere? A fun and social environment?

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