Gartner Research Analyst interview questions

Found the approach well rounded - beyond testing the usual past experience and knowledge of the market for the role - you have to write a short research note as well as make a presentation to defend the argumentation/logic. This "grilling" by a team of seasoned analysts is a good test of not only knowledge but also how to cope under pressure and still provide a logical argument.

I was referred to Gartner by a current employee. I did the first interview and was very prepared and studied the company and the role. After the interview I was passed over for the job. The employee who referred me asked why and the interviewer said I was too prepared for the interview. I lost a lot of respect for the company after that.