Preparing for an Interview Sharon Brown Preparing for an Interview Appearance for an Interview Team 1

Proper Female Attire Suit (navy, black, or dark grey) Sharon Brown Sharon Brown Proper Female Attire Suit (navy, black, or dark grey) Skirt length (comfortable sitting length) Coordinated blouse Conservative shoes Limited jewelry Professional hairstyle Neutral pantyhose Light make up and perfume Neatly manicured nails Portfolio or briefcase http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

Improper Female Attire Sharon Brown Improper Female Attire Flip-flops or sneakers Bra straps that show Shorts or jeans Skirts that are too short Pants that are too low-rise or too tight Blouses that are too low cut or too short Thongs must not show above pants Excessive piercings Visible tattoos http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewnot.htm

Proper Male Attire Suit (solid color-navy or dark grey) Dana Cross Proper Male Attire Suit (solid color-navy or dark grey) Shirt (long sleeve-white or coordinated with the suit) Belt Tie Dark socks Conservative leather shoes http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

Improper Male Attire Worn-looking or “scruffy” Jeans T-shirts Dana Cross Improper Male Attire Worn-looking or “scruffy” Jeans T-shirts Excessive jewelry http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewattire/a/interviewdress.htm

Amanda Dutton Proper Body Language Non-verbal communication such as body language makes up 90% of the message you send while interviewing Stand to meet manager or person doing interview While shaking hands, smile and say “Hello” Posture Sit upright, back straight (indicates comfort and confidence) Lean forward slightly (indicates interest) Establish personal space (at least 20 inches away from interviewer) Hand position Rest loosely on lap or table Legs A At rest-cross legs at ankles, or place both feet flat on floor with legs together Eye contact Direct, do not stare If more than one interviewer make direct eye contact with each person http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

Proper Body Language (continued) Amanda Dutton Proper Body Language (continued) Voice delivery Use proper grammar Speak clearly with good tone and volume Be articulate Vary pitches at times for emphasis Take a breath before answering questions Laughing with them is acceptable Smile while talking “Goodbye” handshake should be as confident as “Hello” handshake Smile when saying goodbye Thank them Maintain confidence, posture, and smile until entering your car (you never know who may be watching) http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

Improper Body Language Amanda Dutton Improper Body Language Posture Do not slouch (appears sloppy and careless) Do not sit on edge of chair (indicates nervousness) Hand position Keep hands away from face Avoid “fiddling” (curling hair, playing with jewelry, etc…) Arms Avoid folding (shows defensiveness and unapproachability) Legs Avoid constant movement and shaking of feet (portrays nervousness and is distracting) Eye contact Do not stare Voice delivery Avoid slurring words together Avoid monotone Avoid bursts of laughter http://www.best-job-interview.com/interview-body-language.html http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-746-Getting-Hired-The-Interview-Body-Language-Dos-and-Donts/

Hair—Do’s & Don’ts Wash your hair the night before (it will save time) Kelley Breece Hair—Do’s & Don’ts Wash your hair the night before (it will save time) If you have long hair, pull it back Do not wear a hat Avoid flashy hair accessories Keep hair out of your face http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Job-Interview-Hair-Makeup-1083269

Make-up—Do’s & Don’ts Face Lips Eyes Cheeks Kelley Breece Make-up—Do’s & Don’ts Face Concealer or loose powder (apply lightly) Lips Lipstick Avoid lip gloss Eyes Neutral color shadows (use conservatively) Mascara (sparingly) Eye liner (thin layer) Cheeks Light blush http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Job-Interview-Hair-Makeup-1083269

Sarah Deskins The Job Interview Your manner of dress shows not only respect for the interviewer, but also that you can blend with the culture of the company Research the company online and/or through social media Vogel, R. (2012). How to Dress for a Job Interview for Men. Retrieved 9 23, 2012, from eHow.com: http://www.ehow.com/how_1372_dress-job-interview.html

The Job Interview Visit the day before the interview Sarah Deskins The Job Interview Visit the day before the interview Walk around the lobby, if possible, to see how they are dressed Get a glimpse of how they look and dress Vogel, R. (2012). How to Dress for a Job Interview for Men. Retrieved 9 23, 2012, from eHow.com: http://www.ehow.com/how_1372_dress-job-interview.html

Thank you for taking the time to view our presentation Thank you for taking the time to view our presentation. We hope you enjoyed it and found some valuable tips. Best wishes on your futures! ~Team One~ Team members: Kelley Breece, Sharon Brown, Dana Cross, Sarah Deskins, and Amanda Dutton