DFA Questions

Question 1

What are the top 5 reasons I want to work at DFA?

Answer 1

• Values
• History
• Reputation
• Success
• Culture

Question 2

What DFA values do I respect most?

Answer 2

• Focused on delivering the best products for investors
• Driven by evidence-backed science
• See assets they manage as people’s savings, sacrifices, and dreams
• Promotes transparency for investors
• Commitment to further research and truth-seeking to constantly evolve, grow, and improve

Question 3

Why does DFAs history matter to me?

Answer 3

• It’s proof that they’ve lived their values for decades
• Their track record shows that they have the credibility that claim
• Others crate a handful of funds, then promote the ones that survive. DFA shows all of their funds, which have excelled through superior strategy, not luck and survivorship bias

Question 4

What does DFAs reputation matter to me?

Answer 4

• Money matters, but I also care about who I align myself with
• The company I choose is becomes a reflection of me
• DFAs reputation is that of transparency, thought and strategy leadership, long-term success, and financial innovation.

Question 5

Why does DFA’s success matter to me?

Answer 5

• I care deeply about my career and want to work at a firm where I can grow, advance, and do meaningful work.
• I want to be part of a company that makes a meaningful and positive impact on the world

Question 6

Why does DFA’s culture matter to me?

Answer 6

• The financial industry has a bad reputation for poor work environments and values. I’ve known many people in finance and have heard stories where laws are ignored, abuse is abundant, and ethics are thrown out window.
• The culture at DFA, from what I’ve gathered, is one that prioritizes mental and physical health, well-being, and a strong work ethic.
• People seem to enjoy working here and I’ve especially heard great things about the PMO.