As I was driving home yesterday, I saw someone celebrating the season with one of those hideous wreaths on the front bumper/grill of their vehicle. I'm all for festivity and celebration, especially this time of year, but must we mobilize our holiday decorations?
Anyway, it got me thinking about appropriate attire. In the business world we often have to assimilate. We show up when the boss says so, we follow policies and procedures specific to our role in the company. For me (and other professional communicators), we write the way the company's styleguide mandates. And we all dress according to the company's guidelines. This is important when interviewing to get the job also - maybe even more so.
My advice to you - it is always better to err Eenvoudige Trouwjurken on the side of conservatism. Even if you know the company has a laid back dress code, dress up for the interview. It shows initiative and concern for the company and the position for which you are interviewing.
Recently, a young lady who was interviewing for an administrative position at a local Dallas company was witnessed wearing the following: a cardigan/sweater set (not too shabby); long shorts (borderline); and long boots. The person who shared this information with me even referred to the boots as, dare I say it?, hooker boots! I'm sure the young lady thought she looked smart and modern, but I bet if she knew that her accessorizing left that impression with potential coworkers Lange Cocktailjurken she would have worn something Trouwjurk 2012 else.
Don't miss your chance to make a good first impression. No matter what your mom told you - looks matter. And sticks and stones may break your bones, but words from an potential employer can hurt you!
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