O. M. Nazirova English for Design (Costume) freshmen

Step 2 DRESS for Success

Your appearance says a lot about you. To make the best first impression at your interview, be clean, well groomed, and nicely dressed. A good rule of thumb is to dress one step above what you would wear on the job, or at minimum in good, clean dress clothing.

Before your interview, you need to:

Get a haircut

Groom your hands and nails

If you have a beard or moustache, trim it so it looks neat

Lay your clothing out the night before so you are sure it is clean and all there

Get a good night's sleep

To prepare the morning of the interview you need to:

Take a shower or bath

Wash your hair

Use extra unscented deodorant

Do not use perfume or aftershave (some people are allergic)

Cover visible piercings or tattoos

Eat a light meal or snack before the interview

Brush and floss your teeth

Use mouthwash or breath mints

Light makeup (women)

Bring a small mirror, brush, and/or comb

Learning how to dress smart for your interview will create a great impression and also give your self-confidence a real boost. Do not wait until the night before to prepare. Your job interview is too important, so get yourself organized early.