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      Agent/Sales Representative Interview

      6 Aug 2010
      Anonymous interview candidate
      San Jose, CA

      Other Agent/Sales Representative interview reviews for Northwestern Mutual

      Sales Representative Interview

      11 Mar 2025
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Greenville, SC
      Declined offer
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (San Jose, CA) in Jul 2010

      Interview

      Had someone call to schedule an interview. She was friendly and pleasant, and was able to answer questions. However, I was told over the phone it was not 100% commission when it actually is. Sure, they pay a stipend for when you're training and getting your license, but after that, you're on your own. Seems like there is GREAT potential to make LOTS of money, but for a student fresh out of college, it would be very, very difficult to get started. Unless of course, you know A LOT of people. The interview was pretty casual, and didn't ask a lot of technical questions. It was more a meeting to introduce the company to you, and to get to know you better, to see if there is that fit. My interviewer called it "exploring stage." Nonetheless, it was very informative meeting, spent 1 1/2 hrs there, and I'm seriously considering the career. Not at this point, since I am straight out of college, but perhaps when I'm in a better position.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Is there a particular market you would start with? Do you have a particular market in mind?
      Answer question
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Greenville, SC)

      Interview

      Very casual, over the phone, expect to cold call even if they say you won't. Almost zero technical questions and seemed rather rushed. Probably wouldn't advise unless you have no other options.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What's your dream job? And why would you fit?
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      Sales Representative Interview

      3 Dec 2024
      Anonymous interview candidate
      West Hartford, CT
      Declined offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (West Hartford, CT) in Nov 2024

      Interview

      First was a phone call interview. Then in person with the cheif recruiter. They had me come in for a third interview to meet two more representiatives and gave me assignements to start building my clients

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What do you like most about this company?
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      Sales Representative Interview

      19 Aug 2024
      Anonymous interview candidate
      Honolulu, HI
      Declined offer
      Negative experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Northwestern Mutual (Honolulu, HI)

      Interview

      The initial interview was fine. If you wish to proceed they'll give you an assignment that will take some time to prepare. If they offer you a position you'll find its mostly all networking through your personal connections for sales. Not ideal.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      They'll ask about your personal network to get a gauge on how many people in the area you know.
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