Saturday, May 26, 2012

Interview Etiquette- Dressing to Impress

Interview Etiquette- Dressing to Impress

When interviewing there are a few things you must consider. First and foremost you should be conscientious of the company you are applying at. Try to learn their mission statement and about the position your applying for. Consider all these components and be well prepared. After this comes the hardest part.... What to wear! Here are my tips on dressing to impress.
  1. Legs should be covered: Wear pants or if it is a skirt, make sure it falls below the knees and you should also consider wearing pantyhose.
  2. Arms should be covered: No tank-tops. Wear either a short sleeved or long sleeved shirt. If you do have a tank-top you are set on wearing, pair it was a professional blazer or clean-cut cardi.
  3. Stick to neutral colors or those that mimic the companies style. Avoid neon's, seasonal prints or busy patterns. If all else fails, try wearing a color incorporated in the companies logo.
  4. Last but not least, watch your feet! No flip-flops, no wedges or no sneakers. Wear flats or heels, these portray a business dynamic and ultimately make you look professional.
 Overall though, the clothes don't make the man, the man makes the clothes! So have fun, be confident and do your best.