Before your interview, regardless of whether you hope to progress your career into a leadership position, familiarize yourself with their leadership development programs. Doing so will better equip you to answer questions such as these when they arise. "Our leadership development program serves all of Vanguard's divisions, providing a robust network, exposure to Vanguard's key functions and initiatives, and an individualized developmental journey, with the tools you need for a successful career focused on project management and people and business leadership. Our deep, diverse roster of authoritative and influential leaders brings perspective, along with varied experiences, to specialized areas of focus, from investments and economics to financial advice and retirement planning. The knowledge and views of experts from all corners of our enterprise help advance thinking and practice in the investment management industry."

"I'd describe my leadership style as visionary and inspirational. I am constantly thinking outside of the box and envisioning new ways of reaching our goals. I am a firm believer in Occam's razor, and that every problem should be solved according to simplicity. I truly believe in that making one's job easier will make the work more enjoyable while improving the output of its quality. So, having fun doing your job is something I live by, and I've been told that attitude is contagious, and it is in that way that I have an inspirational leadership style. I guess just by living by my principles, I am leading by example."