INTERVIEW TIPS

Men and Women – broad outlines

•    Conservative long-sleeved shirt/blouse (white is best, pastel is next best)
•    Clean, polished conservative shoes
•    Well-groomed hairstyle
•    Clean, trimmed fingernails
•    Minimal cologne or perfume
•    Empty pockets--no bulges or tinkling coins
•    No cigarettes packets in pockets
•    Light briefcase or portfolio case
•    No visible body piercing (nose rings, eyebrow rings, etc.)

Specifics to Male candidates

•    Necktie should be silk with a conservative pattern
•    Dark shoes (black lace-ups are best)
•    Dark socks (black is best)
•    Get a haircut; short hair always fares best in interviews
•    No beards (unless you are interviewing for a job as a lumberjack!)
•    Mustaches are a possible negative, but if you must, make sure it is neat and trimmed
•    No rings other than wedding ring or college ring •    No earrings (if you normally wear one, take it out)

Specifics to Female candidates

•    Always wear a clean formal dress (whether a western outfit or one suiting the local preferences)
•    No high heels
•    Conservative hosiery at or near skin color
•    No purses, small or large; carry a portfolio instead
•    If you wear nail polish (not required), use clear or a conservative color
•    Minimal use of makeup (it should not be too noticeable)
•    No more than one ring on each hand
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