-email initial contact -in person interview -very convincing -nice office -nice people -prime location -personal connection -over confident -did not see other competition -found interview through a friend -medium to high pressure interview -welcoming office

Not too shabby. Pretty straightforward. Quick turnaround time. There's a writing test involved. Don't need to prepare too much. Know your resume in and out. Show that you read the news. Especially Chicago media. Ask good questions. Look professional. Show that you're upbeat and engaged throughout.