The interviewer would like to know that you can take on a leadership role even if you don't possess a formal leadership title. A desire for growth and upward mobility within Morningstar will showcase that you are a motivated individual willing to put in the work.

Remember that Morningstar is not known for the same cutthroat environment you might think of when you think of investment banking companies. Morningstar wants its leaders to be highly motivated, hardworking, likable, and easy to work with within a team.

Think about which of these leadership qualities most applies to you:

- Being someone who people naturally want to follow
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, such as close listening and self-awareness
- Strong relationship building skills
- Taking ownership for the team's errors and mistakes
- Excelling at motivating others
- Providing kudos to your team
- Knowing how to select and hire the right people to join the team
- Having a vision for the future