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Tip 1: Keep sweat in check A hiring manager recalls, "One time, I interviewed a guy who just reeked of body odor. I didn't know whether he just happened to forget deodorant that day, or if he was just a generally stinky guy, but it was so distracting it sort of killed his chances."
A human resources specialist agrees saying, "Once I had a candidate who was so nervous they broke out into a rash during the interview. At one point there was so much sweat on their brow, I wanted to hand them a towel."
Tip: We obviously can't help our natural pheromones, but that's what a good bar of soap and deodorant is for -- a clean, natural (read: not perfume-y) scent is what you want. Also, if you tend to perspire when you're nervous, keep a hanky in your purse to dab away sweat before going in. Don't use Kleenex as it may leave bits of tissue on your face � not a pretty sight.
And if you tend to get oily, keep blotting papers in your purse to dab your t-zone area right before going into the office. Try Bobbi Brown Blotting Papers, $20, which comes with a handy mirror.
SEE NEXT PAGE: Tip 2: Pay attention to the little things -- like nails
A human resources specialist agrees saying, "Once I had a candidate who was so nervous they broke out into a rash during the interview. At one point there was so much sweat on their brow, I wanted to hand them a towel."
Tip: We obviously can't help our natural pheromones, but that's what a good bar of soap and deodorant is for -- a clean, natural (read: not perfume-y) scent is what you want. Also, if you tend to perspire when you're nervous, keep a hanky in your purse to dab away sweat before going in. Don't use Kleenex as it may leave bits of tissue on your face � not a pretty sight.
And if you tend to get oily, keep blotting papers in your purse to dab your t-zone area right before going into the office. Try Bobbi Brown Blotting Papers, $20, which comes with a handy mirror.
SEE NEXT PAGE: Tip 2: Pay attention to the little things -- like nails
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And please don't smoke before an interview. It reeks!
by EricaC123 Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at 08:22AM Report as inappropriate
I'll remember these!
by LittleBunny Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 06:24AM Report as inappropriate
good tips...most are obvious though
by olkrav319 Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 03:58PM Report as inappropriate
Good tips to follow .I always tone my makeup down and don't wear any perfume.
by beautybody Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 07:44PM Report as inappropriate
Yup, common sense, mostly.
by tallredamanda Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 11:20AM Report as inappropriate
I can't imagine some people actually doing some of these things! Pretty common sense if you ask me!
by jmserrano22 Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 08:15PM Report as inappropriate
i don't think you need a suit, to look professional but at least a dress jacket. banana republic has a nice one.
by 4evayoung Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 10:32AM Report as inappropriate
As an HR manager myself, I need to make a few points: Dress appropriately! Corporate interviews, wear a suit. Most other jobs, slacks or skirt and a nice blouse. NEVER wear a skirt to an interview that is more than 3 inches above the knee, don't show cleavage, and make sure your outfit is not too tight. Don't wear a lot of perfume - some people may be allergic. Also, try not to smoke for at least 30 minutes before your interview. If you smell like an ashtray that is just gross. Lastly, and most important, if you should make a huge mistake during your interview, acknowledge it, if necessary, apologize, and move on. Interviewers see a lot of potential candidates throughout the day, and we are more likely to forget your flub if YOU get over it quickly! I hope that these additional tips help. Happy interviewing!
by queeniemeanie Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 06:44PM Report as inappropriate
I read parts of this article of some of it is discriminating. You can't reject someone or not consider them if they wear many rings of there are flyaways in their hair. i didnt enjoy reading this bc it is just bs
by tinkerbella26 Friday, December 16, 2011 at 09:45PM Report as inappropriate
You would think that some of these would be common sense but there's always a few people out there who don't have much of it. It is so important to look polished and professinal. You only get one chance to make a first impression.
by taryn.romero Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 08:24AM Report as inappropriate