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Success Story #18: CMO Role, Midsize EdTech Co.

September 25, 2024 7:51 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

1. Job landed time (from 1st interview to offer): 3-4 weeks 

2. Lead source: Inbound inquiry on LinkedIn from headhunter in the K-12 space

3. Interview/negotiation process:

  • Had a great interview with the CEO before his vacation and he shortcut the process
  • The company already knew of him through the PE network; same vertical
  • No presentation required
4. Lessons learned:
  • Practiced interviewing with Chief People Officer at previous company for best practices on answering scenario questions
  • Two other opportunities over the summer were put on hold due to market conditions
  • A lot of PE firms have talent coordinators who will reach out to build roster/do interviews/check references


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