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First Impressions Key To Landing A Job

First Impressions Key To Landing A Job. HOW TO DRESS FOR SUCCESS. First Impressions. It takes 3 seconds (that’s right) 3 seconds , just a quick glance for someone to evaluate you when you meet for the first time. We form our opinions based on: Appearance Body language Demeanor

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First Impressions Key To Landing A Job

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  1. First Impressions Key To Landing A Job HOW TO DRESS FOR SUCCESS

  2. First Impressions It takes 3 seconds (that’s right) 3seconds, just a quick glance for someone to evaluate you when you meet for the first time. We form our opinions based on: • Appearance • Body language • Demeanor • Mannerism………………… • AND HOW WE ARE DRESSED

  3. Eleven Assumptions These are made in the first thirty (30) seconds of meeting someone: Trustworthiness Economic Level Educational Level Social Position Economic Heritage Social Heritage Educational Heritage Success Moral Character Future Potential Level of Sophistication

  4. Lasting Impressions 93% of LASTING impressions come in the first four (4) minutes of a meeting. COMMUNICATION IS: • 7% VERBAL • 38% TONE OF VOICE • 55% APPERANCE

  5. Important • Your smile is the first thing the interviewer sees. • Your clothes are a close second. From the second you meet your interviewer, your appearance and body language are sending cues about the kind of worker you will be. • First Impressions may be far from accurate but you will be fighting an uphill battle to prove otherwise.

  6. Research Ahead Research ahead: • Check out the company web site for pictures of the employees, visit ahead and observe the workers in context. Make sure it is not “Casual Friday” when you go. • First impressions influence the way the interviewer perceives all subsequent information about you. • Many companies expect professional attire for interviews even though the dress code is casual.

  7. Casual vs. Business Formal • Business formal requires a suit, plain blouse or shirt and tie, and shoes in a conservative color and style. Ladies that means plain flesh colored hose, also. • Business casual is a more relaxed, yet professional look, i.e. slacks, khakis, button down shirt, sweater. • Avoid: flashy patterns, short skirts, low cut tops and clingy or revealing outfits. • You want the interviewer to focus on your face and voice not be distracted your choice of attire.

  8. Summer attire: What not to wear • No matter how high the temperature rises, the right business clothes still make a strong statement in the workplace. • This also goes for our casual, beach environment. • Just because you will be wearing shorts and golf/t-shirt on the job please do not go in for an application or an interview wearing shorts/board shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, crocs, tank top, etc.

  9. Examples of job ads with clothing or appearance requests • Freight Inspector2-10-11: We require a person who is presentable in appearance who is able to represent the company in a professional manner. This is a professional business with lots of growth opportunity. • Property Manager 2-09-11: Must maintain professionalappearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy. • Clerical/Medical Billing 2-09-11: Must have business casual attire. • PBX Operator, PC Bch 2-09-11: Must maintain a professionalappearanceand a cordial attitude towards all guests and staff members.

  10. More examples • Limo/ShuttleDrivers 2-09-11: Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to communicate well with others and the ability to represent the company image with a clean and pleasant appearance. • Fast Food/Krystal Company 2-09-11: hiring for cashiers, ad says, must be clean and very neat in appearance. Hiring for cook: thisperson must be a very self hygienically aware person. Position has great room for growth.

  11. You do not have to break the bank • Pictured here is of one of our clients getting outfitted for an interview at Catholic Charities. • The manager of the store, Tara Catalano-Smith is very helpful and knowledgeable. • Cindy’s Consignment Shop on 19th Street is also very helpful And yes! She got the job

  12. Personal Hygiene • Clothing should be clean and well pressed whether formal or casual. • Shoes need to be polished. Ladies avoid heels higher than 2 ½”. • Underwear is required. That includes a slip and hose if wearing a skirt or dress and socks for men. • Jewelry should be minimal and subtle. Remove piercings. • Be conservative with makeup and avoid perfume.

  13. More Personal Hygiene • Hair should be well groomed, not unnaturally colored, spiked or styled in a way that covers or hides your face. • Make sure fingernails are cleaned and trimmed. • Well-brushed teeth and fresh breath are a must. • Never wear anything for an interview that is: sexy; too revealing or too bold; bright or sharply contrasting; too casual; or with a designer’s name or logo showing.

  14. REMEMBER Final Note: • Check your attire in a mirror in the bathroom before the interview • Smile • Remember your interviewer’s name • Smile • Take a deep breath, blow it out and • Smile

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