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  • knswm Nov 11, 2010
    If I am interviewing with a company and the interview is an all day process where I am spending the whole day at the company with different individuals, is it ok to wear a sleek long sleeve knee length nicely fitted sweater dress, heels and conservative jewelry? Or is a suit a must?
  • dragonmaki Dec 25, 2009
    I think it depends on the industry. Most of all you have to still be you so add a personal touch to that outfit!
  • petgracious Apr 15, 2009
    great advice i like that
  • petgracious Apr 15, 2009
    great advice i like that
  • tsimmons Apr 12, 2009
    I conduct interviews and cannot believe how poorly prepared people are. They actually wear jeans to the inteview!! Not a good first impression!!
  • tsimmons Apr 12, 2009
    I conduct interviews and cannot believe how poorly prepared people are. They actually wear jeans to the inteview!! Not a good first impression!!
  • paritulika Apr 06, 2009
    Hey thanks, the advice was cool....!!Well, how should I dress up if i want to go for a BPO/Call center interview?
  • paritulika Apr 06, 2009
    Hey thanks, the advice was cool....!!Well, how should I dress up if i want to go for a BPO/Call center interview?
  • 530shasta Mar 21, 2009
    I think you can never go wrong with some nice dress slacks and a blazer that both fit well- especially for an administrative type job. 5*
  • 530shasta Mar 21, 2009
    I think you can never go wrong with some nice dress slacks and a blazer that both fit well- especially for an administrative type job. 5*
  • Becca Mar 19, 2009
    While your tips are well written and I agree with most of them, I disagree with your suggestion on what to wear and wrote my own ehow based on personal experiences which have always proven to be successful for me. You should never just wear the minimum required - a suit is always professional and can help you stand out from other candidates who might just show up in whatever the receptionist said was okay.
  • Becca Mar 19, 2009
    While your tips are well written and I agree with most of them, I disagree with your suggestion on what to wear and wrote my own ehow based on personal experiences which have always proven to be successful for me. You should never just wear the minimum required - a suit is always professional and can help you stand out from other candidates who might just show up in whatever the receptionist said was okay.
  • Sheila Murrey Feb 18, 2009
    I'm so glad you made the statement about calling the office first. This is also an excellent way to dispel any fears you may have about going in for the interview. It always helps me to know someone at least a little bit, when going to a new place. Once you sort of "make friends" so to speak with the receptionist don't forget to ask to meet her when you arrive for your interview. And she'll appreciate you remembering her from the phone call also. I forgot this once and am just so sure it had some bearing on my NOT getting the job. I'll never make that mistake again! Also, I'm so glad you didn't tell us ladies that a skirt suit is always a must. I never wear skirts or dresses, I live in Florida and hosiery for me is so uncomfortable - yes, if I must I can do it but ugh! Thanks for the succinct article. :)
  • Sheila Murrey Feb 18, 2009
    I'm so glad you made the statement about calling the office first. This is also an excellent way to dispel any fears you may have about going in for the interview. It always helps me to know someone at least a little bit, when going to a new place. Once you sort of "make friends" so to speak with the receptionist don't forget to ask to meet her when you arrive for your interview. And she'll appreciate you remembering her from the phone call also. I forgot this once and am just so sure it had some bearing on my NOT getting the job. I'll never make that mistake again! Also, I'm so glad you didn't tell us ladies that a skirt suit is always a must. I never wear skirts or dresses, I live in Florida and hosiery for me is so uncomfortable - yes, if I must I can do it but ugh! Thanks for the succinct article. :)
  • kmayra Oct 21, 2006
    Be confident. Even you don't have have a lot of experience, training or education being secure and confident in what you want and say. Also, go for a specific position, never say you're applying for any position available.
  • kmayra Oct 21, 2006
    Be confident. Even you don't have have a lot of experience, training or education being secure and confident in what you want and say. Also, go for a specific position, never say you're applying for any position available.
  • Sep 09, 2006
    Avoid the classic navy interview suit with a white blouse unless the company expects all its employees to dress that way routinely. Your suit in most cases should be conservative but with a little style. For example, when I wore a back skirt and high quality matte sweater top with a black and white wild print jacket that was cut in a feminine but business-like pattern, the president of the company, kept me in his office for 2.5 hours and promised me an offer. I wore conservative shows, classic makeup and hairstyle and no jewelry except a gold work-related pin in my lapel. The colors were conservative, but the feminine shape of the suit and the wild abstract pattern made this a suit that showed both conservative values and confidence that comes with individuality.
  • Jan 25, 2006
    If you go for an interview in winter your coat will be on show. You should give this the same attention as what is underneath as this may be the first thing your interviewer sees (and it's more likely to have picked up dog hairs and lint since you wear it every day).
  • Jan 25, 2006
    If you go for an interview in winter your coat will be on show. You should give this the same attention as what is underneath as this may be the first thing your interviewer sees (and it's more likely to have picked up dog hairs and lint since you wear it every day).
  • Nov 22, 2005
    Whenever I interview, I promise myself an ice cream, lunch or some other reward afterwards - it doesn't have to be expensive. Allow yourself this reward whether or not you did well in the interview; it will help you relax and enjoy the experience.
  • Nov 22, 2005
    Especially when applying for a job that requires its employees to communicate with their clients, it is of the utmost importance that you completely avoid the word "like." That word, along with "uhhh" makes you sound unsure of yourself. Try to imagine what kinds of questions you may be asked, and prepare for them. That way, you'll be a lot more ready and less anxious on the big day.
  • Nov 22, 2005
    Pull long hair back in a low, neat ponytail or bun. Also, if you're wearing a black or navy suit, wear a pink, purple or lime-green blouse instead of the traditional white blouse - you'll look more youthful and stylish.

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