The first round was extremely interesting, challenging from the questions with fairness (which is good) and also gave background to the company, the line manager and the objectives and expectations for the position. I very much enjoyed it. The second, however, was a no go. Since I came through to the second round interview, I spoke with the CEO. He seemed to have no interest in the actual points of talk. He did ask questions on my education, work background and future aspirations, so the process was a logical one. But he dismantled every single answer with no respect to compare with French elite standards - Prep school, HEC...etc. I really do not mind a good challenge, and it is fine not to be a fit, but the exchange needs to be respectful in the tone of the conversation, the body language and all that comes into play. Unfortunately, all of the above lacked. I have interviewed and worked in startups for years, but never had anything like this, ever. It isn't testing people, it is insulting them. It was appalling. Consequently, I sent an e-mail out to withdraw my application.