Sample Email for Scheduling Interview
Subject: NorthLawn membership interview
Hi <x>
My name is <x> and I’m part of the NorthLawn independent consulting community’s Member Circle. We’re connecting with candidates to learn more about their background and interest and share a bit about what we’re doing at NorthLawn.
I’d love to connect for 30 minutes in the next week or two - do you any of the times below work for you? Let me know and I’ll send a video call invitation.
- <insert availability here>
Thanks,
<x>
Interview Structure
- 30 minute video call
- Informal structure, should include 10 minutes of ‘candidate fit questions’ with the rest informal intros, Q&A, etc.
Evaluating Candidate Fit
What we are looking for in ideal NorthLawn members
Exceptional | In-demand | Collaborative |
High performer
Accomplished in career | Track record of working with clients
Expertise and skills that would make them attractive to clients | Likely to constructively support other NorthLawn members
Likely to open new opportunities for NorthLawn members |
Example interview questions
No need to use these exact questions - they are here as examples.
Exceptional | In-demand | Collaborative |
What is your professional background?
What are some of of your most interesting projects to-date? | What type of projects do you specialize in?
What type of work would you like to do more of? | Why are you excited/interested in joining a community like NorthLawn?
We expect everyone to be part of a Circle which has a time commitment of around 1 hour every 2 weeks (on average). Is that the type of thing you'd be excited about?" |
About Northlawn
Explain Northlawn in your own words, but feel free to reference information below.
What is Northlawn?
Built by independent consultants, NorthLawn is a new model that combines the flexibility of freelance work with the community and reputation of traditional firms.
What programs / benefits to members get?
- Connectivity and shared resources:
- Get advice, problem solve, and build relationships with fellow independent consultants.
- Events (remote and in-person) for connectivity
- Slack channel for ongoing communications, resource sharing, Q&A, etc.
- Project opportunities: active outreach to identify project opportunities which are shared broadly in slack channel. Save time on client development by using our job board curated to top-tier consultants.
- Revenue sharing: Become eligible for revenue sharing by being an active member rather than waiting years to be elected partner at traditional firms.
Who is in the community?
- 80%+ from McKinsey, Bain, or BCG ranging from Senior Partner to Business Analyst
- 13 countries represented
- 10+ Fortune 500 companies experience
More FAQs
Interview FAQsNext steps after the interview
- We have had a strong interest in Northlawn so we are evaluating applicants on a rolling basis for ideal fit with community
- We will be back in touch on next steps within 14 days