Create a good first impression: Power Dressing, DRESS TO KILL, What does it mean?
The first thing the interviewer will judge when meeting candidates is of course their physical appearance. That is why it is important for you to pick your outfit for the job interview carefully. Physical appearance includes dressing and personal grooming. Different positions may require you to dress differently from one another. It depends on the industry you are going for. If it is the banking industry, suit will be the best choice but it won't work for advertising or entertainment industry. The key is to dress appropriately, REMEMBER not to over do it. So how to dress appropriately? Below are some tips you can follow to help you to get your outfit right for your job interview.
GENTS
- Neat hair
- Long sleeve cotton shirt / cuff shirt
- Never roll your sleeves
- Button up and wear a matching tie
- Front part of your tie should reach the waist of your pants
- Black or dark coloured pants
- Black & shiny, belt and shoes
- Dark coloured socks
- Have a handkerchief
- Press everything
- No sport's watch
LADIES
- Neat hair / hair scarves Three piece suite is the best
- Neutral coloured finger nails
- Neutral make up
- Covered pumps or heels
- Matching coloured shoes and handbag
- No excessive accessories
- Press everything
EVERYONE
- Nobody odour
- Lightly scented
- Fresh breath
- Firm handshake always
- Big bright smile
- ALWAYS 10 minutes early
- Find out how the interview is going to be
Have your portfolio ready!
Your portfolio will be the most important tool in your search of getting a job. Portfolio includes cover letter, CV, and certificates. It is part of creating a good first impression. Your CV is your representative before you meet the interviewers. This sheets of paper will determine whether you will get that call or not. So make it as pleasant to look at as possible. Bind your cover letter, CV, and all certificates together. Arrange your CV followed by highest qualification to the lowest. For example your if your highest qualification is Bachelor's Degree that should be the first page, followed by your foundation or matriculation certificate, then SPM so on and so fourth. Remember to bring your original certificates and out them in clear folder to ease viewing.
