Let’s take a look at how to groom for a job interview
Have you ever wanted to know how to look your best for a job interview? Did you ever want to have that extra edge that would set you apart from the rest of the job applicants in the waiting room? . You can’t walk into a job interview like it’s any other day. Your credentials alone won’t get you tired. It’s about how you’re groomed and dressed, too. How you’re groomed and dressed says a lot about who you are as a person.
With unemployment statistics looking bad, jobs are a lot harder to find these days. If you can get any kind of edge in a job interview, you’re doing better than the rest of the competition in the waiting room. A recent survey of 500 Human Resources professionals revealed that nine out of ten HR professionals think that being well-groomed is important to have a great first impression & setting yourself apart compared to those who are not groomed or dressed as well. Here is some good advice on how you can groom and dress for a job interview.
On The Morning Of The Interview
Make sure that you get a full night’s sleep on the night before the interview. You should also set your alarm early so that you have plenty of time to shower, eat a full breakfast, and groom yourself. You don’t want to feel or look rushed in the interview. It will make you look like you have poor time management and might be an unreliable employee.
Dressing And Grooming Tips For The Job Interview
Your hair: You should go with a conservative cut. If you’ve ever noticed, all successful political candidates have conservative haircuts. The reason is that they have to build trust. A basic man’s haircut is just fine. Use some kind of gel for a cleaner look and don’t try to look too stylish.
Your shave: You should always shave for a job interview. You can use a manual razor or a good reliable electric shaver. A clean-shaven face is the best look for any job interview situation. A clean shave is at the very core of good grooming, and it will make a big impact on any employer. A scruffy beard will make you look like that you don’t take care of yourself. So for this period of time, steer clear of trendy facial hairstyles. Of course, once in your new position for a while, then you can start to style facial hairs with a beard trimmer and you should look neat and well groomed.
Dress conservatively: Dress in a neutral, clean way. Try to figure out the dress code of the company you’re interviewing at, and dress accordingly. Don’t overdress, either. It could be a red flag as well.
The interview itself: You should be knowledgeable about the company you’re interviewing at, be very well (but suitably) dressed, and be clean-shaven, as well. It’s a good idea to approach a job interview with confidence and the tools you need to make an excellent impression.
The right suit: It has become trendy in recent years to wear pants that are way too formfitting. Just go with a suit with a nice jacket and a more relaxed, straight-leg trouser. You’ll look a lot more comfortable – and you’ll feel better, too.
Your socks matter: A lot of the folks reading this article will want to know if socks really matter. Socks definitely do matter. Your socks are just as important as your shoes. If you’re wearing a nice pair of shoes and you have some really ugly white gym socks on, then that’s going to be a problem. It shows your lack of attention to detail.
You now have an idea on how you should present yourself for a job interview. If you really want to make a great first impression, be open to advice. Remember, don’t try to look too unique or trendy, and most of all be comfortable and communicative in the interview.