- apply for the position online - on top, contacted directly the hiring manager asking for a chance (was not perceived as nice approach, but ultimately i believe it helped me to get the role) - I was redirected to the HR to follow the standard procedure - few days later I was contacted and an interview was scheduled at Philips HQ - interview was a very constructive discussion between a senior director, director and myself - I was offered an introduction about the company, their work experience, a detailed description of the role I was applying for and I introduced myself - two weeks later I was offered the opportunity to jump on board