Dressing For Success (Part 1)
First impressions last. True enough, what people see in you get stuck in the abyss of their minds. You gotta start checking your wardrobe if you have clothes appropriate for job interviews. If you’ve got zero corporate or smart casual attire, then I suggest you hit the malls for some serious shopping.
Why is it important to dress up for the interview? The answer is pretty obvious, my friends. You’re not going to a date or something. You’re meeting your future boss here! So start scouting for decent clothing lest you want your hiring manager to ditch your resume at the very beginning.
A word of advice: You are old enough to know that short, skimpy dresses wouldn’t be too much of an eye candy. They would be more of an eye sore! I bet you wouldn’t feel comfortable, and neither would the people around you.
Whatever your sense of style is, resist the urge to show up in the interview wearing sneakers, low-rise jeans, and revealing tops. You’re not in a fashion show, so drop the trendy ideas. Likewise, avoid wearing thin, white fabric. I guarantee whatever you’re wearing underneath won’t be hidden. Toss piercings off for a while. Cover your tattoos. And please don’t wear too much cologne or perfume. Less is better.