I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Houzz (Irvine, CA) in Aug 2016
Interview
It can take several weeks - you may go into the office 3 separate times if they want to move forward with you. The initial phone interview felt like more of a screening, then an "Open Houzz" with a (very) brief 1:1 interview. That seemed less about getting to know details about me and more about how I reacted to a fast-paced situation and what my demeanor was. That's just my guess though. Then a formal 1:1, the woman who conducted this was VERY kind and affirming. Felt very conversational. She got a good grasp on my background and my skills, and took plenty of notes. Then they initiated a background check and request for references. My final interview was a role play and a formal, more difficult 1:1 interview. They gave PLENTY of time to prepare for the role play and great tips, my advice is not to stress about it too much, just make sure you hit the points they suggest when they are explaining the exercise to you, speak with confidence, and demonstrate willingness. In my role play, the fake customer (aka the interviewer) seemed responsive to that. Overall, I enjoyed my interview experience. My advice is to dress and carry yourself in a way that reflects your personality and demeanor. I think trying to show my cheerful, unique side was helpful for me because they do want someone who is enthusiastic and confident.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a time when you disagreed with the decision of a past manager and how you responded to it/handled it.
I applied online. I interviewed at Houzz (Irvine, CA)
Interview
I interviewed at Houzz in Irvine, CA in July 2016. The process took 4 weeks.
First step after applying was a brief phone call where they asked some questions about high school, college gpa and who I am personally. Then I was asked to come into an "open houzz" a couple days later. That consisted of a PowerPoint presentation with a group of others interviewing for the role (about 25-30). After the PowerPoint we were taken one by one to speak with one of the recruiters. They asked about my resume. After that brief conversation I was told I would hear back in a few days to move forward. I was then scheduled for the first formal interview a week later. This was a 2 part interview (activity + formal interview) and took about 2 hours. I then was called back for the final interview which was another activity and another interview. I was offered the job one day later.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What job in your past has been your favorite and why?
I applied through other source. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Houzz (Irvine, CA) in Jul 2016
Interview
The interview process was definitely a long one! I applied on LinkedIn and was contacted by a recruiter for a phone interview and then invited to attend an 'Open Houzz'. At Open Houzz you get to learn more about the company and get a better insight to what the role entails. After that there is brief 5 minute talk with a recruiter.
Next I was invited back for a more formal interview. First there is a short activity, which is fun! Then I met with the manager of the position, we went over my resume and she answered any questions I had and told me more about the role. The interview was pretty standard, very friendly people which made it more pleasant!
Finally I was invited back for a role play interview. In the role play you have time to prepare prior to the actual activity. After the roll play I spoke with another manager to go over my resume and the position some more.
Marketplace Coordinator applicants have rated the interview process at Houzz with 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 57% positive. To compare, the company-average is 44.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Marketplace Coordinator roles take an average of 22 days to get hired, when considering 7 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Houzz overall takes an average of 18 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Houzz as a Marketplace Coordinator according to 7 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 25%
Phone interview: 25%
Presentation: 14%
Background check: 14%
Group panel interview: 7%
Skills test: 7%
Drug test: 4%
Other: 4%
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