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There is nothing more important than making the right "first
impression" when interviewing for a new job. When it
comes to "first impressions," IMAGE is everything.
One's personal appearance makes a bold statement of who he
or she is. Someone who is casual about their appearance is
often perceived as being casual about their goals, their work
and their performance. Someone who is perceived as "profesisonal"
in appearance is usually perceived as someone capable of delivering
professional results with their work.
Good etiquette suggests that it is always better to overdress
for an interview than risk being underdressed. You can always
dress down if necessary by removing your suit jacket (never
your tie). A good rule of thumb is to dress one step higher
in formality than the person you are interviewing with, and
always choose a conservative standard.
If you are not sure what is acceptable, it is appropriate
to contact the employer's HR department or secretary prior
to your visit for information on company dress codes.
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