Make sure the image you present to the company is appropriate. Pink hair and a Mohawk may be appropriate for a tattoo shop, but probably not for a consulting firm.
Figuring out what to wear can be a little tricky. You have to think about the company and position for which you are interviewing. Ask the person who invited you in what is appropriate. You could also sit in the parking lot at the hours most employees come and go and observe what they are wearing. Also, check out the company's website to see what image it's presenting.
Think about your interview clothes in terms of levels. Dress one level above the job for which you are interviewing. Consider that what you think is business casual may be different than what THEY think is business casual. If you are looking in the mirror wondering if your attire is appropriate, that is your cue that it's probably not.
Also, never underestimate the impact of small details. They can help or hurt you. Regardless of the company, you need to be well maintained. Make sure you are shaven, your nails are trimmed and your hair is appropriately cut and neat. Take out the nose, brow and tongue rings for an interview, unless that is what the company is looking for. Minimize the amount of jewelry you wear. Don't be overdone. Remember, you are making your first impression!
Figuring out what to wear can be a little tricky. You have to think about the company and position for which you are interviewing. Ask the person who invited you in what is appropriate. You could also sit in the parking lot at the hours most employees come and go and observe what they are wearing. Also, check out the company's website to see what image it's presenting.
Think about your interview clothes in terms of levels. Dress one level above the job for which you are interviewing. Consider that what you think is business casual may be different than what THEY think is business casual. If you are looking in the mirror wondering if your attire is appropriate, that is your cue that it's probably not.
Also, never underestimate the impact of small details. They can help or hurt you. Regardless of the company, you need to be well maintained. Make sure you are shaven, your nails are trimmed and your hair is appropriately cut and neat. Take out the nose, brow and tongue rings for an interview, unless that is what the company is looking for. Minimize the amount of jewelry you wear. Don't be overdone. Remember, you are making your first impression!
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