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Preparing for an Interview

Preparing for an Interview. Appearance for an Interview Team 1. Sharon Brown. Proper Female Attire. Suit (navy, black, or dark grey) Skirt length (comfortable sitting length) Coordinated blouse Conservative shoes Limited jewelry Professional hairstyle Neutral pantyhose

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Preparing for an Interview

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  1. Preparing for an Interview Appearance for an Interview Team 1

  2. Sharon Brown Proper Female Attire • Suit (navy, black, or dark grey) • Skirt length (comfortable sitting length) • Coordinated blouse • Conservative shoes • Limited jewelry • Professional hairstyle • Neutral pantyhose • Light make up and perfume • Neatly manicured nails • Portfolio or briefcase http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

  3. Sharon Brown Improper Female Attire • Flip-flops or sneakers • Bra straps that show • Shorts or jeans • Skirts that are too short • Pants that are too low-rise or too tight • Blouses that are too low cut or too short • Thongs must not show above pants • Excessive piercings • Visible tattoos http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewnot.htm

  4. Dana Cross Proper Male Attire • Suit (solid color-navy or dark grey) • Shirt (long sleeve-white or coordinated with the suit) • Belt • Tie • Dark socks • Conservative leather shoes http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

  5. Dana Cross Improper Male Attire • Worn-looking or “scruffy” Jeans • T-shirts • Excessive jewelry http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

  6. Amanda Dutton Proper Body LanguageNon-verbal communication such as body language makes up 90% of the message you send while interviewing • Stand to meet manager or person doing interview • While shaking hands, smile and say “Hello” • Posture • Sit upright, back straight (indicates comfort and confidence) • Lean forward slightly (indicates interest) • Establish personal space (at least 20 inches away from interviewer) • Hand position • Rest loosely on lap or table • Legs A • At rest-cross legs at ankles, or place both feet flat on floor with legs together • Eye contact • Direct, do not stare • If more than one interviewer make direct eye contact with each person http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

  7. Amanda Dutton Proper Body Language(continued) • Voice delivery • Use proper grammar • Speak clearly with good tone and volume • Be articulate • Vary pitches at times for emphasis • Take a breath before answering questions • Laughing with them is acceptable • Smile while talking • “Goodbye” handshake should be as confident as “Hello” handshake • Smile when saying goodbye • Thank them • Maintain confidence, posture, and smile until entering your car (you never know who may be watching) http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

  8. Amanda Dutton Improper Body Language • Posture • Do not slouch (appears sloppy and careless) • Do not sit on edge of chair (indicates nervousness) • Hand position • Keep hands away from face • Avoid “fiddling” (curling hair, playing with jewelry, etc…) • Arms • Avoid folding (shows defensiveness and unapproachability) • Legs • Avoid constant movement and shaking of feet (portrays nervousness and is distracting) • Eye contact • Do not stare • Voice delivery • Avoid slurring words together • Avoid monotone • Avoid bursts of laughter http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

  9. Kelley Breece Hair—Do’s & Don’ts • Wash your hair the night before (it will save time) • If you have long hair, pull it back • Do not wear a hat • Avoid flashy hair accessories • Keep hair out of your face http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Job-Interview-Hair-Makeup-1083269

  10. Kelley Breece Make-up—Do’s & Don’ts • Face • Concealer or loose powder (apply lightly) • Lips • Lipstick • Avoid lip gloss • Eyes • Neutral color shadows (use conservatively) • Mascara (sparingly) • Eye liner (thin layer) • Cheeks • Light blush http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Job-Interview-Hair-Makeup-1083269

  11. Sarah Deskins The Job Interview • Your manner of dress shows not only respect for the interviewer, but also that you can blend with the culture of the company • Research the company online and/or through social media Vogel, R. (2012). How to Dress for a Job Interview for Men. Retrieved 9 23, 2012, from eHow.com: http://www.ehow.com/how_1372_dress-job-interview.html

  12. Sarah Deskins The Job Interview • Visit the day before the interview • Walk around the lobby, if possible, to see how they are dressed • Get a glimpse of how they look and dress Vogel, R. (2012). How to Dress for a Job Interview for Men. Retrieved 9 23, 2012, from eHow.com: http://www.ehow.com/how_1372_dress-job-interview.html

  13. Thank you for taking the time to view our presentation.We hope you enjoyed it and found some valuable tips.Best wishes on your futures!~Team One~ Team members: Kelley Breece, Sharon Brown, Dana Cross, Sarah Deskins, and Amanda Dutton

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