On this October day, Ms. Friedlander meets with four candidates at the Simmons career center in Boston's historic Back Bay. A 1999 Simmons M.B.A. grad, Amy enters the room and sits opposite Ms. Friedlander at a conference table. The recruiter begins by asking about Amy's undergraduate studies. The next questions zero-in on Amy's early work experience at two large nonprofit organizations. Ms. Friedlander inquires.
More questions follow.
Ms. Friedlander forms her questions to determine if Amy really can do these things. Amy's sharp responses demonstrate she was a change agent at the organizations. Amy's responses demonstrate she had significant control and decision-making power. Then comes a classic question. Silence follows, but it's more thoughtful than awkward.