Where was Prudential founded?
Your answer will reveal more than your company knowledge or whether you've done your homework on Prudential Financial before your interview. This question goes beyond testing your communication skills. It aims to reveal how well you'd represent their brand. Approach your preparation for your interview as if you are getting a head start on your onboarding for the company. The closer you get to represent their brand, as if you are already immersed in their culture, the closer you'll be to landing the job. Imagine you're talking to a potential customer who is learning about the company for the first time. Be an expert on all things Prudential Financial.
"Prudential was founded back in 1875 in Newark, NJ. They prided themselves on representing the working class in an industrial age and rooted themselves in that community. The company prides itself on its humble beginnings, staying true to its vision to this day and offering strength and stability to its communities in 43 countries across the globe. To this day, their headquarters remain in Newark."
Spend some time on their website. Everything you need to know to answer this question can be found there. "Founded in downtown Newark, New Jersey in 1875, we're proud to say we were the first company in the U.S. to provide life insurance to the working class."
