Pluspunten
Pros: • Square and its parent company, Block, have an admirable mission to empower businesses and individuals through innovation and financial inclusion. Their focus on values such as transparency, empathy, and collaboration sets them apart in the fintech space. • The recruitment team reflects these values well. My experience with them was detailed, thorough, and professional, setting a high standard for candidate engagement. • Square has created groundbreaking products that genuinely help businesses thrive. Being part of a company that prioritizes empowerment and accessibility is inspiring. • During the interview process, I encountered a leader who truly embodied the values of empathy, inclusion, and innovation. His engagement and thoughtfulness demonstrated what leadership at Square could and should look like, and it was inspiring to see these values in action.
Minpunten
Cons: • Leadership and company culture don’t always align with the values they promote. For example: • Empathy: Some interactions during the interview process lacked basic engagement and respect, which felt at odds with the company’s commitment to this value. • Transparency: It was evident the position had already been filled before my interview, but this was not communicated. This lack of openness diminished trust in the process. • Innovation: Suggestions for thinking outside the box during a role-play exercise were dismissed outright, which seemed contradictory to Block’s emphasis on creativity. • Knowledge Gaps: One of the interviewers did not know how to answer when asked how they foster a positive company culture. This is a red flag, as fostering culture is fundamental to a company’s leadership and values.