Whether it may seem fair or not, interview candidates judged not just by how they answer questions, but also how they look. How someone dresses is shown to be a reflection of who they are and how they will work as an employee. It's important to recognize some simple ways of making sure you are dressed to impress on any interview. Here are some simple rules to keep in mind.
1. Use the iron! Ironing is not a task loved by everyone, but having a clean pressed suit, shirt, dress, skirt or blouse will show that you've taken time into making a clean appearance.
2. Clean clothes, please! Make sure that your shirt or blouse isn't the one that's been sitting in the corner of your laundry pile for weeks on end. Your clothes should be clean and stain-free
3. Break out the needle and thread! If you've found that your blouse is missing a button, or perhaps your pants or skirt has a loose hem, sew it back to its rightful position. Mend your clothes before walking through to an interview.
4. It's in the shoes! Make sure that your shoes are polished and scuffs or scratches are cleaned up as best as possible.
5. Your hair! Your hair should be well groomed, brushed or combed. Women should style their hair and men should too! Bring a comb or brush with you to do any last minute touch-ups before heading into the interview.
6. All about the face! While makeup doesn't exactly apply to men, they should make sure that their skin is ready to go. They should make sure that their 5 o'clock shadow isn't saying "hello" at 9am, and that they are clean shaven or at least have their mustache, beard, goatee, etc. trimmed and presentable. Women should wear conservative but well applied make-up with a good foundation and/or moisturizer.
With these simple tips, you are on your way to having a presentable and positive interview, no matter what job you may be applying for.
By Joy C. Harrison
1. Use the iron! Ironing is not a task loved by everyone, but having a clean pressed suit, shirt, dress, skirt or blouse will show that you've taken time into making a clean appearance.
2. Clean clothes, please! Make sure that your shirt or blouse isn't the one that's been sitting in the corner of your laundry pile for weeks on end. Your clothes should be clean and stain-free
3. Break out the needle and thread! If you've found that your blouse is missing a button, or perhaps your pants or skirt has a loose hem, sew it back to its rightful position. Mend your clothes before walking through to an interview.
4. It's in the shoes! Make sure that your shoes are polished and scuffs or scratches are cleaned up as best as possible.
5. Your hair! Your hair should be well groomed, brushed or combed. Women should style their hair and men should too! Bring a comb or brush with you to do any last minute touch-ups before heading into the interview.
6. All about the face! While makeup doesn't exactly apply to men, they should make sure that their skin is ready to go. They should make sure that their 5 o'clock shadow isn't saying "hello" at 9am, and that they are clean shaven or at least have their mustache, beard, goatee, etc. trimmed and presentable. Women should wear conservative but well applied make-up with a good foundation and/or moisturizer.
With these simple tips, you are on your way to having a presentable and positive interview, no matter what job you may be applying for.
By Joy C. Harrison
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