Is it rude to bring a cup of coffee with me to an interview? I went into an interview, carrying my Starbucks, and I swear the interviewer kept glancing over to it.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I don’t think it’s rude. Maybe they wanted one?

like

No… typically my office asks a candidate if they want coffee, water, etc…

like

I have never once thought it was rude. I have both brought coffee into an interview, and had people bring it with them. I think it is pretty normal for a morning interview.

like

I was always told to bring for everyone

like

LOL no the ones in the meeting I meant

maybe they were glancing coz it's Starbucks! lol

like

I don't necessarily think it's rude, especially if you got there early. It's one thing if you ran in late and still had the coffee with you but if you're on time, dressed appropriately and are a good candidate, I don't necessarily see why that should affect your interview (although I guess it doe vary and depend on the individual interviewer)

like

Related Posts

Any tips for HireVue interviews/Delta Airlines?

like

Who knew interviews are a whole different process on its own. Very exhausting, answering lots of questions and thinking. I’m completely done with 2022 interviews. These interviews are just mhmmmm.

likefunny

Hi all,

I joined
KPMG around 3 months ago but I am not getting work here. Although, I qualified some project's interview, yet due to some internal reason, they considered someone else, and I again came on bench.

I am unable to figure out what can be done now.

Should I start searching work outside.
(I hardly see any job openings these days)
(sap domain)

How's the resource management here?
(do they lagOff?)

Any inputs will be helpful.

Thanks!

like

Is anyone have done with Capgemini interview for tableau developer???
Have any1 faced elevator issue???

like

Any tips or advice for Google Strategy & Operations interviews? I have my role related knowledge interview next week. Thanks a lot!

like

Hi everyone,
Does the gap of one month will affect job opportunities or interview calls for IT jobs especially in current market scene?

like

I love sales and looking to get into tech sales!
I have 7+ years of inside sales experience.
Currently in real estate but want to get into a remote tech sales position.
So far I have tried applying at company pages “career page” but no luck as of yet.
Resume is pretty strong!
Can anyone refer or recommend a recruiter and/or company I should look into?
I would greatly appreciate any recommendations or referrals.
Thanks for reading and have a great week!!!

like

If you’re in the final stages of interviewing with multiple companies at the same time and they inquire about other offers and interviews, should you tell them? Obviously not who the other company is but at least that you’re interviewing / expecting another offer?

like

Anyone make an exit as a SDE or other type of Engineer to Amazon? What’s the work life balance like? Interview process?

like

Can anyone give insight into interviewing at Uber? Specifically in their Internal Audit or FRM group? Uber

like

Hey all. I have an interview with an investment bank coming up. I am currently a senior associate at big 4 doing financial due diligence. Can anyone give me interviews tips/what to study? I am very new to the diligence (less than 3 months), so am far from understanding a deal start to finish.

like

How hard is it to get an interview for SWE at FAANG outside of on campus recruiting? I’m in GT’s OMSCS program right now, hoping to take advantage of career fairs this fall, but I don’t know if I’ll have enough time to prepare for the technical interviews before then. I’m worried about missing out on the recruiting opportunity and having to resort to applying online/LinkedIn afterwards. Any insights into this?

like

Hi,
If I get referred at
IBM, get a mail for details from the HR but do not reply as I currently don't want to switch because of some reasons, can I get referred again after say 3 months?
Asking cuz the profile blocks for an year after applying/getting referred at Accenture.
Please help with the answer.
IBM

like

How long does it typically take to get a verbal offer from ZS Associates (Strategy Insights and Planning) after the final interview?

like

Hi All- I’d love to hear from the community what the focus areas are for Tier 2 firms in the region Are there certain sectors the various firms specialize/ focus on? It seems like everyone focuses on public sector and tmt. Currently interviewing at a few and would be great to get some feedback. Thanks!

like

I am to interview with CTS for Product owner/ manager. Any specific things I should watch out for? Interviewing for Duckcreek. What’s the salary range I can expect?

like

I am currently interviewing at TikTok for the Content Partnerships Lead role. Can anyone share some insight into the salary bands in the Sub-Saharan African market? Should I benchmark with the global rates?

Any tips and experiences interviewing in this region are also welcome - and highly appreciated! :)

like

Hi there, I'm a self taught software engineer with almost 3 years of professional experience and have 3 companies (full-time) in my resume.

I'm thinking of moving forward now. So, could you please tell me what the job market would look like for me? And what things to consider while applying?

Thanks!

likehelpful

How do you folks describe your deals in resume/ interviews/ LinkedIn while stopping short of naming client/target? If you describe the acquirer and target, it’s pretty easily traced to the exact deal.

like

More Posts

Got ITA in Sep last year.
Applied for PR in November from US.
I got an email from IRCC in April, saying that the application has been approved, and will receive further notice on when I should send my passport for stamping.

But I still haven't received any updates on the next steps.

Anybody in the same boat?
Did anyone get the email asking to send the passport for stamping?
If yes, then can you share any steps you might have taken to get this.

Thanks in advance

like

Wondering if I should look into anxiety meds (or if I’m just a baby and need to get used to this life).

Have you tried any? Did it help? Affect your productivity? Which ones? tya!

like

Any Fujitsu data science folks here?
I want to know how’s the data science team at Fujitsu pune - projects, wlb, learning?

like

@Bain folks - What is the salary for Associate Consultant (Experienced Hire) after the recent hike. Is it same as AC (Graduate hire)?

like
funnylike

Having trouble selling my (retired) dad's house. It needs a lot of work, but has great character. What if I buy it myself for a low, low price? Then I would be able to get a FHA 203k loan to do the updates. Rent it out or put it back on the market in the spring.

like
like

How do you handle people’s kids showing up on video meetings? Screaming, kicking, hamming it up, (wasting time.) Everyone else is coo-ing…I’m not a kids person. Heard a technique which is to drop off the call bc you “assume the call is over” (which seems like a great way to get fired especially if it’s a way higher up’s kids - plus it feels rather passive aggressive.) Thoughts?

like

Hey Folks, Can any one suggest a good name for this bowl

Fishes! Currently working in one of the big 4s. They are planning a stupid townhall on May. Is it like really mandatory to go to these meetings? Do they fire you if you don't :D

like

How long does it take for Infosys limited to allocate project to new joiners

like

Hi Fishes,

Could someone help answer this.
I have a offer from CTS and I'm considering joining here but I've heard a lot of bad remarks regarding bench policy.

Now I'm worried whether i will get a project once I join here or will I get kicked out in 30 days if not.

Tech stack: Mulesoft

This is the first time I'm switching companies so I'm really worried about how life will be if I take the risk and join here.

like

Anyone have a spreadsheet for calculating current TC to ensure new offer is worth it?

like

I’m looking to transition into the role of Business Manager from Executive Producer. I do have direct experience in the role. Anyone know of available freelance or full time positions?

like

Anyone who has made the switch from consulting to product/program management? How did you do it?

like

I have an offer from Capgemini Invent (senior con) and Infosys Consulting (business consulting). Offer almost same.

I am Looking for good learning opportunities.

Any one working in IT M&A /PMI vertical of Capgemini invent please give me your reviews about the work and the quality of projects.

Anyone working in Infosys Consulting SURE COE, please provide your reviews about type of projects. Are all projects in delivery or anything in advisory side as well?

Non tech/ management consulting

like

Where can I find nice fitted dress shirts for a good value?

like

Ey Gds or PWC Sdc/AC which one is good for 9+years of experience interms of WLB, hikes and other benifits?
TIA

like

How big is to big for an initial investment property. Theres a 20 SFH portfolio for sale by me for about a mil. Is this to big to start with initially? I'm less worried about the Financials (feel comfortable on that end) and more worried about the managerial aspect.

like

Additional Posts in Career Advice for Students

I have a virtual interview with Tesla tomorrow for an internship position. What should I wear? This would be first internship, so I’ve never interviewed for a position like this and am not sure how to dress (especially given it’s virtual). Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

like

What is the starting salary for a strategy consulting analyst at deloitte?

like

Is it too late to get a tech job now if I graduate next semester in may? applied for many software engineer roles in nyc but haven’t heard back

like

Does anyone have any experience with northwestern mutual ? I just got a offer for a internship there.

likehelpful

I have an interview with one of the MBB tomorrow for an internship, any suggestions or tips?
This will be my first case interview ever and I feel lost

like

Just graduated with Aerospace Engineering degree. I am interviewing for multiple positions at once with different companies. One gave me an offer and they want me to get back to them within 2 days. I still have other interviews scheduled and some for higher paying jobs (around 90k) What should I do?
I do like the company that gave me an offer but their base pay was 80k and they went up to 85k. Is asking for them to match the 90k too much? The position is associate systems engineer.

I had an interview the week before Christmas and New Years. I know there is usually a holiday slump - when should I reach out about an update? It will be 3 weeks tomorrow.

like

Can intern salary predict full time salary? I’ll be making 24/hr this summer 36/hr overtime.

like

How are experienced hires vs recent grads treated at top consulting firms? I understand that each branch of each firm will be different from the other and it depends on the leadership. But have there been any uniform truths that people have noticed?

like

How difficult/easy was it for you to land your first job after receiving your Bachelors? What do you wish you did differently? What is something you are glad you did?

like

🥱🥱 you can’t never trust nobody

Post Photo
like

Hi all

I am a european law student and I will try to get to do a J.D. in the US (i want to move there) and I wanted to know if it‘s possible to work next to your law studies in the US. I have been working between 20 and 50 hours while studying (it‘s exhausting af but i need the money lol) and I wondered how the situation is in the USA.

like

Do tech companies like FAANG hire strategy consultants? Starting at an MBB/T2 next year and curious if tech companies leverage consultants as much as other industries. Part of me wonders if they are in such high growth right now that consultants can’t add as much value, thus maybe a smaller presence. Thoughts?

like
like

I feel like all of my friends who work in tech are very open about their starting salaries and the increases each year. I am going to work in public accounting and I feel like when I look up how much I will make after being promoted or early promoted it’s very cryptic. Can anyone tell me the standard salary % increase in PA after your first, second, third promotion?

like

For long-term career growth and opportunities, what I should choose between Operations Finance at Amazon and B4 Audit?

like

Accepted role as associate at KPMG in strategy advisory. What should I be wary of / make sure I do? I’m hoping to make a good impression and receive promotion/raise on a good timeline. I’ll work as hard as need be.

like

Deloitte recruiter just reached out to me and said they may need to do further “compensation analysis” and that they may reach out to me with a better offer after rejecting my counter offer last week. Anyone know what this is about?

like

What is a good comp level for an experienced finance person in Data Governance?

like

Hi, where or what types of companies should sophomores & juniors apply for next summer (2022) to recruit for IB the following summer (2023)? This summer BBs wrapped up SA IB recruitment, EBs even earlier, and a fair amount of my friends missed out big time.

Also, if a sophomore or junior doesn’t get a finance-related summer internship (I.e tech) and aims for an IB SA or FT position, is it harder to break in?

Appreciate any advice and insight, thank you.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal