How to Answer: What issues are important to you?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Sherwin Williams job interview.
10. What issues are important to you?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
This question is aimed at determining how aligned your values are with theirs, and the causes they support, from sustainability goals, giving back to the community, and philanthropy. The more aligned you are with their culture, the better the fit into their teams.
"Making a difference in and for our communities, supporting causes and charitable organizations important to our employees, communities, customers and stakeholders around the world, is part of the proud Sherwin-Williams legacy. Led by The Sherwin-Williams Foundation, and supported by our employees, we prioritize support for access to safe and healthy housing, advancing a skilled workforce that sustains inclusive, vibrant communities, beautifying and preserving assets around the world. Amplifying the contributions of employees through significant investments in matching gifts and providing tools to ensure they can easily connect with and support those causes most important to them remains a hallmark of our matching gifts program."
Written by Kevin Downey on March 9th, 2024
What You Need to Know
The flexibility to interview anytime and anywhere is one of the advantages offered by HireVue. Give yourself enough time to get everything ready. Approach being on camera like a face-to-face interview and maintain a professional image in every aspect. Wear suitable professional clothing for the job, as the algorithm looks for neatness and professionalism. HireVue even recommends "you wear exactly what you would for a traditional face-to-face interview. It may feel a little different to put on your Sunday best for your kitchen table, but hey, at least you won't have to get it pressed again after this, right?"
Written by Kevin Downey on March 9th, 2024
Experienced Example
"I am passionate about air pollution. But not just outdoor air pollution, but indoor air pollution as well. This is one thing I love about Sherwin Williams, their efforts to make most of their paints very low in volatile organic compounds and indoor air pollutants. I believe there is a lot at stake for homeowners when choosing a paint, especially one that minimizes toxins. If a customer chooses a zero VOC paint, they will reduce the number of harmful chemicals found in the air that they will be breathing in. This is a win-win for both Sherwin and their customers. I am happy to know that Sherwin Williams offers a variety of painting options that are healthier for humans. Such as their Harmony Interior paints. Of course, not all customers may be interested in knowing about the chemicals in their paint, but it's good knowledge to present to a customer in case that is something of concern to them."
Written by Kevin Downey on March 10th, 2024