Got an interview this afternoon to work in sales, selling phone contracts and broadband etc. in a high street store.
I'm feeling well prepared (although any advice you think I might need would be appreciated!!) but I'm not sure on one small detail.
I've got black smart shoes, black trousers and plain white shirt with burgundy tie. I even got a hair cut yesterday! Should I wear a suit jacket? Is it possible to overdress for an interview of this nature?
It might not seem like such a big deal to some people on here who have had careers of 40 years or more but this is the biggest opportunity I've had yet. It's just the one small detail that I'd really like assurance on.
0
Comments
You can't realistically be overdressed for a job interview - it just shows respect for the potential opportunity.
The only advice I would give is, at the end of the interview, they'll say something like "do you have any questions" - you should always say something like "I just wondered if you had any other concerns as to my experience or suitability for the role ?". That way, if there's anything niggling them about you it can be addressed there and then rather than going unresolved and possibly count against you.
Good luck !
It's better to be too smart than too casual.
Make sure you're clean shaven as well (unless you have a tidy beard).
Good luck.
PS Don't mention you're a Labour supporter
Wear a belt - yes, it matters
Polish your shoes
Go and get that job. Good luck
Sure you'll be fine!
On a serious note, make sure your shirt is long sleeved, not short.
...BUT... it doesnt matter as my mate who is the main offender of this "crime" was successful in getting a 70k plus job withour wearing a belt the other month!
Mentioned it shows respect to the company and person interviewing you.
My first interview was selling car radios in a local shop I turned up suited and was hired on the spot because I had taken the job interview seriously by making an effort.
Good luck
2. Wear the jacket - as others have said, you can always take it off.
3. Look people in the eye. Shake hands. Remember their names (it helps to repeat their name when they introduce themselves).
4. Remember that you are giving them the opportunity to make the best decision they possibly can for their business: hiring you. So make sure you give them the best chance byt fully answering every question.
5. Pause before answering any questions. It gives yourself time to think "have I fully understood the question" before you reply.
6. Good luck. (But if you follow 1-5, you won't need much).
Will be able to report back tonight...
Can't fail to impress.
(Seriously, best of luck!)
Good luck Callum
No. Windsor knot is so dated. Look at the ties and knots that both Miliband and Cameron are wearing. We can argue all day long about their policies and their personalities but no one can argue about their impeccable (or rather their advisors' and PR teams') dress sense.
Agree on the belt. But only if it matches the shoes. Otherwise it is better to go without.