Category Archives: Interview Tips

26/05

Dressing for Success

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The interviewer is likely to make an impression of you by the way you dress.  You should dress in a manner that is professionally appropriate for the job that you are applying for. This does not always mean wearing a suit.  When in doubt, dress in a conservative manner.

When you dress professionally, you show respect for yourself, the interviewer, and the company. You  are more likely to be taken seriously when you present yourself in a professional manner..

The dressing guidelines below are commonly accepted as appropriate for interviewing.

Unisex Tips
  •  Your attire should be comfortable and fit well.
  • Avoid bright colours (yellow, red, pink, lime green, orange etc).
  • Clothing should be neat, clean, and pressed.
  • You should shower the morning of the interview and wear deodorant and lotion.
  • You should not wear cologne or aftershave, to avoid allergic reactions.
  • You should have fresh breath, brush your teeth before you leave for the interview.
  • Do not eat nor smoke directly before the interview.
  • Your hair should be neat, clean, and conservative - avoid distracting hairstyles.
  • Your shoes should be polished and in good condition
Men
  • If you are wearing a suit, ensure that it includes a matching jacket and pants, dress shirt, tie, coordinating socks and dress shoes.
  • A dark-colored suit (navy blue and black) with light colored (white, baby blue) shirt is highly recommended.
  • Avoid flashy ties, keep it simple
  • Your shoes should match your belt.
  • Shave your face the day before/morning of the interview
  • Trim your full beard or mustache (if you have one), keeping it neat.
Women
  • If you are wearing a suit, ensure that it includes a matching jacket and pants/skirt, conservative shirt and dress shoes.
  • A dark-colored suit (navy blue and black) with light colored (white, baby blue) shirt is highly recommended.
  • You should not wear anything that is tight, bright, short, or sheer
  • Knee-length skirts are suggested. Very long skirts, may be considered too trendy.
  • Make-up and nail polish should be neutral to your skin tone. Avoid very long nails.
  • Keep your jewelry and hair accessories minimum
  • Shoes should be conservative and fairly low-heeled.
  • Do not wear shoes with an open toe or back.
  • If you are wearing hose, wear a colour that matches your skin tone. Ensure they are fitted without runs/snags. (Hint: walk with an extra pair)
26/05

10 Common Interview Questions

10 Common Interview Questions Often times interviewees stumble on the interview questions due to lack of preparation. Below are some common interview questions for your consideration with tips on how you should respond. 1. Tell me about yourself In no way is this an invitation to ramble on about your personal or social life.  The…
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