I am scheduled to interview for a Project Manager with a well respected company. My question is, what do I wear? I received the call today and I am scheduled for tomorrow morning. I know that I am qualified for the position, but I want to make sure I impress with appearance as well. Thank you all in advance!
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I am scheduled to interview for a Project Manager with a well respected company. My question is, what do I wear? I received the call today and I am scheduled for tomorrow morning. I know that I am qualified for the position, but I want to make sure I impress with appearance as well. Thank you all in advance!
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That would depend on where the meeting was scheduled and with whom your meeting. Dress professional either way but here are my thoughts..
If your meeting is scheduled in an office, with the person capable of hiring, then that is considered a formal meeting and worthy of shirt AND tie.
If your meeting is a pre-screening with one of the HR personell or is being held on site at the project location, that would be informal and would be considered acceptable to wear a polo type shirt and dress pants.
Jeans- NO T-shirt NO Sneakers- NO
Just a female's business owner's perspective... :thumbsup:
If your meeting is scheduled in an office, with the person capable of hiring, then that is considered a formal meeting and worthy of shirt AND tie.
If your meeting is a pre-screening with one of the HR personell or is being held on site at the project location, that would be informal and would be considered acceptable to wear a polo type shirt and dress pants.
Jeans- NO T-shirt NO Sneakers- NO
Just a female's business owner's perspective... :thumbsup:
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Then definately a dress shirt and tie. Jacket would be optional for summertime but if you have a lightweight sport coat, would be most appropriate.
Simple things for interviews to keep in mind...
Remember to turn off your cell phone during the meeting.
No gum or dipping during the interview.
Take along any documents you might have (letters of recommendation, any special licensure etc) and have them in a folder of some sort, not loose in hand.
Be the first to offer your handshake and introduce yourself.
Look them in the eye when speaking. Be confident.
Answer what your asked but don't volunteer lengthy explanations that tend to end up as babble.
We'll keep you in our thoughts and our fingers crossed for you!
Knock 'em dead!
Simple things for interviews to keep in mind...
Remember to turn off your cell phone during the meeting.
No gum or dipping during the interview.
Take along any documents you might have (letters of recommendation, any special licensure etc) and have them in a folder of some sort, not loose in hand.
Be the first to offer your handshake and introduce yourself.
Look them in the eye when speaking. Be confident.
Answer what your asked but don't volunteer lengthy explanations that tend to end up as babble.
We'll keep you in our thoughts and our fingers crossed for you!
Knock 'em dead!
Wb,
Realpurty is right. Especially about the handshake and looking the person in the eye. A real good firm handshake. 20 years ago I worked on a project where the husband had made his money buying up companies in industry of 50 to 100 million dollars. We spent some time together during this project and we talked quite a bit about different things in life.
One day I offered to pick him up after a business trip. He was returning from a three day meeting where he sold one division of a company he owned for 90 million dollars. He had bought the entire company, 4 divisions, for 18 million 8 years earlier.
On the return trip he went into detail about the three days and what transpired. Dress came up. "Wear the uniform" was his advice. "every professional group has a uniform, a way of dress and they knowingly or unknowingly operate comfortably in that environment. Don't dress above or below the other guy" As an example, he said at his level bankers wore blue pin stripe suits.
He was telling me this in that the way you dress can take away one of the things that can be a distraction in interaction between professional people.
Realpurty is right. Especially about the handshake and looking the person in the eye. A real good firm handshake. 20 years ago I worked on a project where the husband had made his money buying up companies in industry of 50 to 100 million dollars. We spent some time together during this project and we talked quite a bit about different things in life.
One day I offered to pick him up after a business trip. He was returning from a three day meeting where he sold one division of a company he owned for 90 million dollars. He had bought the entire company, 4 divisions, for 18 million 8 years earlier.
On the return trip he went into detail about the three days and what transpired. Dress came up. "Wear the uniform" was his advice. "every professional group has a uniform, a way of dress and they knowingly or unknowingly operate comfortably in that environment. Don't dress above or below the other guy" As an example, he said at his level bankers wore blue pin stripe suits.
He was telling me this in that the way you dress can take away one of the things that can be a distraction in interaction between professional people.
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200 M in projects, I would wear a suit. Even though it may be the only time you ever wear one in association with this company.
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Myself....I'd sport the works....baggy clown coveralls...hidden pockets.... right down to the red nose and club shoes.:thumbsup:
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Little things make a difference. Do not take your cell phone into the interview. Shine your shoes. Have a pen and and paper. Do not have your pockets full of change and crap, even so far as a 4" thick billfold. If you have sweaty palms, carry a handkerchief in your pocket. Remove all jewelry other than a watch and a wedding ring (small ear-rings for the ladies). If you are the tat-master, cover them up if possible.
Do not talk too much. Answer as asked, and volunteer very little. Always bring a copy of your resume and cover letter, as well as any paperwork you think might come into play.
Use the name of whomever you are talking with as much as possible.
Most importantly, relax. Act as though you are interviewing them. Do NOT ask about benefits or salary on the first, and possibly the second interview.
Hit the 'net and learn everything you can about the company and it's people, but save the ass-kissing for later.
Do not talk too much. Answer as asked, and volunteer very little. Always bring a copy of your resume and cover letter, as well as any paperwork you think might come into play.
Use the name of whomever you are talking with as much as possible.
Most importantly, relax. Act as though you are interviewing them. Do NOT ask about benefits or salary on the first, and possibly the second interview.
Hit the 'net and learn everything you can about the company and it's people, but save the ass-kissing for later.
Purty,realpurty2 said:Then definately a dress shirt and tie. Jacket would be optional for summertime but if you have a lightweight sport coat, would be most appropriate.
Simple things for interviews to keep in mind...
Remember to turn off your cell phone during the meeting.
No gum or dipping during the interview.
Take along any documents you might have (letters of recommendation, any special licensure etc) and have them in a folder of some sort, not loose in hand.
Be the first to offer your handshake and introduce yourself.
Look them in the eye when speaking. Be confident.
Answer what your asked but don't volunteer lengthy explanations that tend to end up as babble.
We'll keep you in our thoughts and our fingers crossed for you!
Knock 'em dead!
You left out " Don't pick your nose ) :laughing:
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LOL, well I figured if he's going for a Project Manager position, he was beyond the Neandrethal stage already.jmic said:
And don't forget clean underwear!
I always found it funny when my grandmother would tell me to be sure to wear clean underwear.
1. I think that falls under common sense and responsed like "duh! Really? I can't imagine not but if it makes you feel better to remind me, go for it. "
2. Who would see if I didn't??
3. And in response to the "You never know when you might have a car wreck or something.." If they were clean before I wrecked, most likely, they wouldn't be during or after. :laughing:
But that's off topic humor... back to helping this one land his job.
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Anyboby will tell you to understand the company. You should know enough about them to ask intelligent questions aaaaand (it's probably too late now) you should know their dress code.
You should walk in looking like you're a perfect fit and will only need basic training to fit in.
A little forward recon will provide you with the intel.
You should walk in looking like you're a perfect fit and will only need basic training to fit in.
A little forward recon will provide you with the intel.
I think what you wear should be determined by the job you are applying for. If you are going for a project manager position, and will be in the office most of the day, you might want to wear a suit and tie. I'd probably show up in a nice dress shirt and pants and a tie with dress shoes, very presentable.
If you are applying for a job as field labor, youu can probably show up in clean jeans and perhaps a polo and still be considered presentable.
Basically I am saying fit the role. Or you could always ask them what they expect you to wear.
If you are applying for a job as field labor, youu can probably show up in clean jeans and perhaps a polo and still be considered presentable.
Basically I am saying fit the role. Or you could always ask them what they expect you to wear.
My husband just started a new job as a Project Manager. :thumbup:
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I'm such a goober that I took a pic of him. I was so proud. :whistling
I thought you could see his shoes, but they were just some brown suede things.
Oh and pardon the house, we are remodeling.
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Good luck!
I'm such a goober that I took a pic of him. I was so proud. :whistling
I thought you could see his shoes, but they were just some brown suede things.
Oh and pardon the house, we are remodeling.
Good luck!
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Tell him his tie is too short (it should partially cover the belt buckle), and his pants are too tight in the crotch (get some pleated fronts)- he looks like he's going to work at Denny's as the new nightshift manager, not to a job as a project managerKristina said:
Bob
How would you answer??
1. why should we hire you
2.what has been your biggest failure/success
3.where do you go the extra yard, buisness and personal(specifics)
4.why are you looking for a change(logical progression)
5.describe your previous managers.(never badmouth)
6.what makes you sucessful (competitiveness,, good time to bring up any sports you played)
*Have logical reasons prepared for why you left each of your previous positions(showing increased responsibility,challenge and pay although quality of life can be more of a motivation than pay. (Unless you are going for a straight commission sales position)
Bring a copy of your resume..No mickey-mouse ties..
Close them for the next step in the process. try to set date/time
Make sure you get their buisness cards/contact info, follow up that afternoon with a thank you email ............
1. why should we hire you
2.what has been your biggest failure/success
3.where do you go the extra yard, buisness and personal(specifics)
4.why are you looking for a change(logical progression)
5.describe your previous managers.(never badmouth)
6.what makes you sucessful (competitiveness,, good time to bring up any sports you played)
*Have logical reasons prepared for why you left each of your previous positions(showing increased responsibility,challenge and pay although quality of life can be more of a motivation than pay. (Unless you are going for a straight commission sales position)
Bring a copy of your resume..No mickey-mouse ties..
Close them for the next step in the process. try to set date/time
Make sure you get their buisness cards/contact info, follow up that afternoon with a thank you email ............
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