| A | B |
|---|
| sandals, tennis shoes, boat shoes | unacceptable shoes for an interview |
| acceptable men's sock to wear to interview | long black dress sock |
| shoes should always match this in an interview outfit | belt |
| best colors to wear to an interview | black, brown, navy, white, cream |
| using your phone, applying makeup, reading distasteful magazines | things NOT to do while waiting to be interviewed |
| time frame of how early you should arrive to an interview | 10-15 minutes |
| is also known at the "gatekeeper" and is a good person to ask any questions you may have about the company when scoping it out | receptionist/secretary |
| most important part of the job search | the interview |
| allows you to : see how long it takes to commute to the business, how people in the office dress, meet the receptionist | reasons you should visit the business before you interview |
| person they often influences hiring decisions | receptionist/ secretary |
| listening to headphones, bringing someone with you , or being impolite to the secretary | things to NEVER do while waiting for your interview |
| handshakes should be | firm and show confidence |
| time it takes for interviewer to develop perception of you | 12 seconds |
| rule of thumb for how to dress for an interview | always dress one step above the required attire for the company |
| appropriate heel height for women | 1-2 inches (very short) |
| acceptable number of pieces of jewelry that a person can wear to an interview | 4 |
| resume, job application, cover letter, list of references | items to bring to a job interview |
