In this conversation, Harold Simansky, Kate Richardson, and Katrina Evans discuss the Wharton team-based discussion, which is a unique interview format for business schools. They explain how the team-based discussions are structured and what Wharton is looking for in candidates. They also discuss the process of organizing mock team-based discussions and the challenges involved. The session highlights the value of participating in mock discussions and the importance of self-awareness and openness to feedback for success in the actual interview.

Takeaways

• Wharton uses team-based discussions as a style of interview to assess candidates' collaboration skills and behaviors.
• Mock team-based discussions can be valuable in preparing for the actual interview.
• Organizing mock discussions involves balancing participants' preferences and ensuring no one's ideas are stolen.
• Successful team-based discussions require self-awareness, openness to feedback, and the ability to work effectively in a group.

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