2. What’s So Important about DRESS? First impressions are CRITICAL! You are marketing a product – YOURSELF! Dress is the first thing an employer sees when greeting you! Will dressing properly get you the job? NO, but it will: Give you a competitive edge Provide a positive first impression!
3. Should you be judged by what you wear? PERHAPS NOT THE REALITY: You ARE judged With the job interview, it’s HOW YOU ARE DRESSED that sets the tone of the interview. The Reality
4. Why Prepare? It’s a jungle out there….. Competition is strong, and the way we present ourselves is under closer examination more than ever before.
10. Avoid “making a statement”. You are at work, not a fashion show. Khaki pants or skirt, a short-sleeved shirt, and matching shoes are always safe. Refrain from wearing sleeveless shirts or blouses. Make sure your clothes are wrinkle-free; hang them neatly and iron if necessary. “Casual” is not “sloppy”. Tuck your blouse or shirt in snugly, wear a belt to hold it in place, and tie your shoelaces neatly. See dress as way to make a good impression.
11. For men, pants that ride low, below the waist. Put on a belt. For women, tops with plunging necklines. Keep the top buttons buttoned. For everyone, any item that fits tightly enough to be sexually suggestive. Don’t wear tight, baggy, or sexy clothing.
72. The way you dress is the single biggest nonverbal communication you make about yourself. Your dress conveys success, trustworthiness, intelligence and suitability. Lean towards the conservative side of style. Avoid loud colors and printed fabrics Make sure your clothes are nicely pressed. Bring an extra tie, shirt or pantyhose just in case. Making a good “First Impression”
