GROOMING AND INTERVIEW PREPARATION

Many of object to being judged for employment based on how we look. We prefer to be hired because of our skills and abilities, not because of our dress and grooming. But like it or not, appearance in important.

While the college campus may be the perfect forum is which to exhibit your flair for the latest in fashion style, the interview is not the place to do so. Even though many companies have relaxed the internal company dress code, interviews still follow the conservative standard.

Do not go out and but a whole new wardrobe. Go for quality over quantity. One or two well-chosen business suits will serve you all the way to the first day on the job and beyond. Then, when you are making some money (and have a chance to see what the standard "dress" is for the company), you can begin to round out you wardrobe. If you have only one sharp outfit and desire some variety within a limited budget, you might consider varying you shirt/blouse/tie/accessories as a simple way to change your look without breaking your wallet!

Employers hire people they believe will "fit" into their organization. Skills, experience, and qualifications are important, but so are dress and grooming. Your appearance expresses motivation and professionalism. When in doubt, err on the conservative and make a statement of who you are. You clothing and grooming should create the image the will help you get the job offer.

First Impressions:

Most of us have heard the expression, "A picture is worth a thousand words." Remember this when preparing to meet with a prospective employer. The picture you create will greatly influence your chances of being hired.

Most employers form a first impression during the first seven seconds of meeting. No much is said is this short time; early judgment is based strictly on appearance. Furthermore, studies reveal that employers consistently ask the question, "Does the individual look right for the job?"

Some basic guidelines to follow are:

• Be clean neat, including your fingernails, teeth, shoes, hair and face.
• Conservative two-pieces business suit in a basic color.
• Empty pockets-no bulges or tinkling coins/keys, etc.
• No gum, candy or cigarettes.
• Light briefcase or portfolio case
• No visible body piercing (noise, eyebrow, tongue etc) -wear minimum jewelry and cologne.
• Arrive ten minutes early and arrive alone.
• Smile; be friendly.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Use good eye contact.
• Shake hands firmly.
• Use good manners.
• Don't interrupt and don't argue!
• Don't chew gum.
• Take resumes and/or other pertinent information.

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