It seems like everyday we hear about another company eliminating jobs. This common occurrence in our now normal economic scene has propelled thousands of people back into the job market. So you've dusted off your resume and brushed up on your interviewing skills. But do you have the appropriate attire to snag that job?
The answer to that question depends on the type of job your applying for and the work environment. You have to do your research. If you know someone who works at the company you're interviewing with, call them up and ask them what is the wardrobe expectation for interviewees and employees. If you don't have an inside resource available to you, get thee to the web! You can learn a lot about a company from checking out their website. Observe the pictures. Are the employees dressed in suits or simply dress pants and button-down shirts? If you still have no clue what to wear, proceed with safe options like a basic suit in plain colors. The last thing you want to do is distract the interviewer from your wonderfulness with a bright colored outfit. But should you do if you don't have anything appropriate in your closet for the interview?
I know money is not an easy thing to part with these days so choose your purchases wisely. Consignment stores are an excellent resource for gently used discounted items. Look for pants in black or gray and pair them with a white shirt already hanging in your closet.
And don't forget the little details like polishing your shoes and tucking in your shirt. The point is not to waste your time and money. Make each encounter with a potential employer count! The goal is show you care about the details. Show them that you are capable of doing the job and you look the part too.
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