QUICK! what to wear to a job interview?

[Stainz]

Hi, should I go with the normal shirt and tie etc. or jeans and a shirt (what the employees would wear at this job). Its not a while collar job, the job titles are "electronic technician" , "SMT operator" and "electronic assembler". I think I'll wear the formal stuff since this is gonna be through a recruitment agency. What do you all think?
Thanks y'all.

 

[kranky]

Can't go wrong with the shirt/tie. But don't forget the little things, either - nails clean/trimmed, hair combed, make eye contact, be enthusiastic.

I read a story the other day about a guy who brought a box of donuts to a job interview. He told the guy he didn't have time to get breakfast before the appointment, and actually ate them during the interview.

 

[kherman]

Originally posted by: Stainz
Hi, should I go with the normal shirt and tie etc. or jeans and a shirt (what the employees would wear at this job). Its not a while collar job, the job titles are "electronic technician" , "SMT operator" and "electronic assembler". I think I'll wear the formal stuff since this is gonna be through a recruitment agency. What do you all think?
Thanks y'all.

Dress withth e best clothes you have. if you don't, it tells the interviewer(s) that you don't really care if you get the job. They will not pick you in a tie.

 

[spaceman]

Originally posted by: kranky
Can't go wrong with the shirt/tie. But don't forget the little things, either - nails clean/trimmed, hair combed, make eye contact, be enthusiastic.

I read a story the other day about a guy who brought a box of donuts to a job interview. He told the guy he didn't have time to get breakfast before the appointment, and actually ate them during the interview.

that is awesome.

 

[FoBoT]

Originally posted by: Stainz
I think I'll wear the formal stuff since this is gonna be through a recruitment agency. What do you all think?
Thanks y'all.

if i was going to an interview for a ditch digging job i would wear my suit and tie, but i am old school on that , always show your best
good luck on getting the job!

 

[Stainz]

Thanks ppl, and thanks kranky for reminding me about the nails, their way too long, i'm off to cut em now.

 

[Nemesis77]

at least wear pants!

 

[McPhreak]

Make sure your suit (if you happen to be wearing one) isn't black. You're not attending a funeral.

 

[nitsuj3580]

I definitely recommend clothes unless you want them to look at you funny

 

[Commish]

Bath robe and bunny slippers always works, it lets them know that you're willing to accept a casual attire work environment.

 

[Skyclad1uhm1]

Long black leather coat, black clothes and black sunglasses you don't take off, even when inside.

 

[NewSc2]

Originally posted by: Commish
Bath robe and bunny slippers always works, it lets them know that you're willing to accept a casual attire work environment.

i second that

 

[Lola]

Wear the dressier outfit like everyone said, also though, don't forget to have a firm hand shake, and look them in the eye when you are talking, but don't stare. Remember to ask THEM questions too!

Good Luck!!!

 

[Skyclad1uhm1]

Originally posted by: ActPrincess
Wear the dressier outfit like everyone said, also though, don't forget to have a firm hand shake, and look them in the eye when you are talking, but don't stare. Remember to ask THEM questions too!

Good Luck!!!

"What's the best escape route?"
"Is there a place I can store my pr0n?"
"Do you mind if I date your daughter/son/wife/dog?"
"I don't have to do a drugs test right?"
"Is that cute secretary any good in bed?"

 

[Lola]

Originally posted by: Skyclad1uhm1

Originally posted by: ActPrincess
Wear the dressier outfit like everyone said, also though, don't forget to have a firm hand shake, and look them in the eye when you are talking, but don't stare. Remember to ask THEM questions too!

Good Luck!!!

"What's the best escape route?"
"Is there a place I can store my pr0n?"
"Do you mind if I date your daughter/son/wife/dog?"
"I don't have to do a drugs test right?"
"Is that cute secretary any good in bed?"

ha ha ha ha.....

just trying to help em out. Those are just *small* things tha really make a difference

 

[Danman]

Originally posted by: kranky
Can't go wrong with the shirt/tie. But don't forget the little things, either - nails clean/trimmed, hair combed, make eye contact, be enthusiastic.

I read a story the other day about a guy who brought a box of donuts to a job interview. He told the guy he didn't have time to get breakfast before the appointment, and actually ate them during the interview.

OMG LOL.

 

[jemcam]

Shine your shoes. Wear the best clothes you have. Be neatly groomed. Sit upright in the chair. Be attentive.

Think about questions for a second before you answer. An instant answer isn't always the best. It doesn't hurt to show the interviewer that you think things through before making a decision.

Ask questions like the obvious; benefits, how long your coworkers have been on the job, tell him you're looking for a career in this field (even if you're not), promotion policies, etc. Be interactive. Wow him/her!

 

[sciencetoy]

Questions I've actually heard (I hire people):

Is the boss as big a pr*ck as the last place I worked (hint: I'm the boss) ?
So, you guys have really good office supplies I can steal?
You're not really going to contact my references are you?
Can I come in like noon and cut out around three - I have something else to do?
Can you put a different name on the payroll because I'm hiding from the tax people?
Oh God, you don't actually USE Novell Netware do you - that's Sooooo last century (this from someone who answered an ad for a Novell tech) ?

And one of my favorites:
Oh, I don't really want a job, I'm just doing this for a friend of mine who gets really uptight at interviews. So will you hire him?


Wear a conservative suit and tie. With shirt (I had a systems programmer show up once with just a suit and tie - these system dudes are very literal). Socks and shoes. The shoes matter the most, seriously. Be polite and cheerful. Don't lie. Show up on time - 15 minutes before your schedule. Turn your cell phone off before going in. Practice good grooming. Breath mint. Not gum.

Use commmon sense. No guns, small children, etc.

Be prepared. Beforehand, come up with a few nice compliments about the company you are interviewing for. Practice the small talk with a friend - hi, how's the weather, traffic was lousy, etc. You will probably be asked some version of "why do you want this job, why are you the one for this job" - come up with a decent answer before you start interviewing. Wierd questions are designed to put you off balance - whe you get one don't freak out, just do your best. Find out what the illegal questions are and decide beforehand what your response will be when you get one - some employers are clueless, some are devious, some are nasty.

Good luck!

 

[kranky]

There's good advice in this thread, hopefully someone can use it in the future.

 

[Stainz]

hahah theres some funny stuff in here. Well my interview went pretty smooth, I weren't as nervous as the other times though. My trick is to not be afraid of failure, the more times you fail the better. After all you learn from your mistakes.

 

[HomeBrewerDude]

Don't forget your PANTS!

 

[etalns]

Originally posted by: Stainz
hahah theres some funny stuff in here. Well my interview went pretty smooth, I weren't as nervous as the other times though. My trick is to not be afraid of failure, the more times you fail the better. After all you learn from your mistakes.

Until you realize you suck at everything and the failure is really for no good.