The first impression
you make on a prospective employer is the most crucial one. The first test an interviewer
makes will be predicated on your look and what you are sporting. This
is why you need to always dress appropriately and appear professional for a job
interview, no matter if the environment is formal or casual. Always go with formal
clothing instead of chinos or denim.
Preferably you should not be judged by how you look as much as your
credentials, but studies show you will be perceived positively based on your
visual appearance. In Psychology, the well-researched Halo Effect is
where appealing individuals were correlated with favourable traits.
Here are few tips to follow while dressing up
for a job interview:
-Wear clothes which are appropriate for the position you are applying. Make sure you've appropriate interview attire and everything fits properly.
-Try to avoid loud colour clothes and flashy ties.
-In case you've plenty of visible body piercing take them out.
-In case your garments are dry fresh only, take them to the cleaners following a meeting, so they're prepared for next time
-Keep your hair neat and properly styled, don’t overdo yourself.
-Wear well-polished formal shoes or heels which are in good condition and not scuffed or run-down. Footwear should be conservative and preferably low-heeled. Uncomfortable footwear can wreck your attire.
-Don’t go overboard with make-up and accessories.
-Try to keep everything stylish yet elegant and avoid flashy and shiny stuff.
It is seldom
appropriate to “dress-down” for an interview, regardless of the company’s dress
code. When you present yourself in a professional manner, you are more likely
to be taken seriously. Dressing professionally exhibits respect for yourself,
the interviewer, and the company.
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