I recently found myself in an interview situation. It was to be more informal, that much I was told but not much more on what to expect. Now it doesn't matter how many times I've spoken in front of a group of people or my past experiences, I still get nervous and so when it came to what to wear, I stuck to the rules and wore a smart black suit and blouse. (It's O.K....black is one of my colours).
Although I hadn't worn my suit in a while and initially felt a little uncomfortable, when I looked at myself in the mirror, I was pleased because I ticked the 'interview dress criteria'. I had the confidence that I looked the part and so any uncomfortable feeling drifted away as I could free my mind to concentrate on how I presented myself in the interview and what I would say.
And I was glad I made the effort as I was immediately greeted with a compliment, in fact, she went on to tell me that many people she sees do not make an effort and so instantly fall down on the most important part of an interview....first impressions. In my profession I am constantly talking about the importance of first impressions, almost to the point where I think everyone must know by now and so it was still a surprise to be told this isn't the case.
So take a few moments to think about this.
Are you sure that you are making the most of you and looking and feeling your best, whether it's running a business, going to the office, preparing for a job interview, running the kids to school or arranging a night out?
We hear the term 'first impressions count' all the time and this was my gentle but positive reminder that it is true. What about you?
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