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Dressing for Success. One Key to Your Future. Dr. Julia Barnes Interim President Forrest Junior College. Lifestyles for Ladies Conference. Medical providers, legal assistance, and shelters can give you a hand in getting out of an abusive situation. But once you are on your own …. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Dressing for Success
Dr. Julia Barnes
Interim President
Forrest Junior CollegeLifestyles for Ladies Conference
One Key to Your Future
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Medical providers, legal assistance, and shelters can give you a hand in getting out of an abusive situation.
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But once you are on your own…..
What do you do? Financial Security
comes from a JOB and..
A steady income. Bottom line – you
need one, and here are tips on what you need to know to get it!
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Appearance Matters…
Recent studies have indicated that 60% of employers will determine whether you will land a job or not based on your appearance alone.
Contrary to the movie, the Erin Brockovich look is not likely to be hired!
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First Impressions
Always remember there is never a second chance to make a first impression
A first impression is like a finger print -- it can not be rubbed off or removed
Negative or positive a first impression is permanent!!!!
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General Attire Tips Know the company
dress code Wear neat and clean
clothing Make sure your
clothing fit Go easy on trends Watch “heaviness” Aim for a smooth
look
De-clutter Look at yourself in
the mirror Not too casual on
Casual Day People-watch People-ask Read magazines HYGIENE
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The standard uniform of the Past
Men= suit and tie Women= suit with skirt
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Today... Remember companies each have their
individual culture – what is typical in that work setting.
Investigate what the standards may be for dressing for each company you contact for an interview.
Ask the human resources department what would be appropriate if you are not sure.
Scope the area out if necessary.
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How do I dress for a job interview in a Business-Casual World?
This will depend on the place of employment you select
Many companies have emerged to casual dress codes
Others are still focusing on suits and ties
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BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL FOR WOMEN
Matching suit jacket and knee length (or longer) skirt or pants
Conservative colors, (i.e. navy, black, gray)
Long sleeve or short sleeve blouses
Dress shoes or dress boots with long skirts or pants only
CHECK OUT GOODWILL & OTHER THRIFT SHOPS!
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Best Colors to wear for a job interview……..
Black Grays Burgundy Browns Navy Muted plaids
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If you are NOT to wear a suit… then what should you wear?
Rule of thumb – Wear something dressier than what the
employees are wearing to work Slacks/coordinate or skirt suit for women is
safe.
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Hillary Clinton’s “PANTSUIT” trademark…
Pants? Skirts? Or Pantsuit???
The question is still somewhat controversial.
The first ladies image since 1900’s has been skirts and dresses, until Hillary Clinton.
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Accessories & Fragrances
Conservative, again depending on the company
Ease up on jewelry and perfumeExamples--
American Eagle store vs. Bank Hospital vs. Restaurant Wildlife Park vs. Public school Dell vs. Dillard’s
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Make up??? Broadway environment or office environment? Determine your work environment ahead of time Dress the part or role for your job
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Nails, hair, glasses, shoes… these “little” things matter too!!!
Nails should be trimmed and clean Hair should be well groomed and
away from your face Glasses should be smudge free and
clear Shoes should be cleaned and
polished
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Interview Attire for Women
Conservative navy or gray skirted suit
Skirt length below the knee Light/white cotton or silk
blouse Conservative colored,
flawless pantyhose Low-heeled shoes Briefcase rather than purse Minimal make-up, perfume
and conservative nail polish
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BUSINESS ATTIRE FOR WOMEN
Business knee-length dresses with suit jacket
Suit jacket and pressed pants (do not have to be of the same set)
Blouses Third piece Dress shoes or dress boots
with long skirts or pants only
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“Casual” Casual for Gals
Doesn’t mean that you can show up wearing anything you want
Remember that you are still portraying an image of yourself
Don’t try out the newest fashion trends Don’t overdress
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BUSINESS CASUAL FOR WOMEN Pressed khakis or
slacks-NO JEANS Knee-length or longer
dresses/skirts Sweater sets Long or short sleeve
blouses Non-athletic socks and
shoes Dress shoes, heels, or
boots
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Interviewing Tips Research your company Know your resume inside out Practice with your friends if you have trouble with
interviewing Prepare answers for your weaknesses Get to the interview 15 minutes early and give
yourself a pep talk Firm handshake, eye contact, and a smile show
confidence Analyze your interviewer and shine Ask unique, educated questions, do not ask about
salary!
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INTERVIEW ATTIRE FOR WOMEN
Suits: Color: Navy, gray,
cobalt blue, and black Length of skirt: below
the knee Blouse:
Best fabrics: Silk, cotton, or rayon
Color: Neutral nothing overwhelming
Modest cut
Shoes: Match your suit, no
contrasting tones Color: Black or navy Style: Closed toe pump
with small heel (no more than 2 inches)
Accessories Neutral hose Belt and purse match
shoes Jewelry: subtle do not
want to draw attention to any one thing
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Interview Tips Wear your best “interview outfit” unless specified
otherwise Wear dress shoes Conservative accessories Bring something to take notes with and a pen Have a strategy and know what events/activities
you want to talk about You want the job, so know how to take control
Ask questions, make them talk
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New Wave Trends…That need to be addressed
Be careful with tattoos, nose rings, brow rings, spiky and colorful hair styles-
Again, some employers may frown on this depending what the work environment is…
They may not “say” a thing – but may not HIRE!
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Example Interviews
Fast Food Telemarketer Manufacturing Janitorial Gardener Housekeeping Child care worker Waitress
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Example Interviews
Administrative support Hotel desk clerk Retail sales Trainer Social worker Nurse Paralegal Photographer Clerical
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Example Interviews
Management Architect School teacher Project manager Attorney Insurance agent Executive secretary Banking Engineer Sales representative Personnel
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This is NOT the time to be “unique.”
Don’t go in jeans! No spiked hair, t-shirts, overly casual
attire. One ring per hand. One earring per ear. Be “neutral.” You can show your individuality AFTER
you are hired!
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A second interview…What should I wear?
If it is an office environment where everyone wears a suit…have another suit ready to go
If the workplace is casual -- a skirt suit or pant suit .
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Part of you is your behavior, verbal and non- verbal cues……
Posture Eye contact Body language Tone and pitch of voice Facial gestures Hand gestures
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Websites to visit… Monster http://www.monster.com/ America's Job Bank http://www.ajb.dni.us/ Career http://www.career.com/
College Job Board http://www.collegejobboard.com
College Recruiter http://www.collegerecruiter.com/
Hot Jobs http://www.hotjobs.com/
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Good luck………..
You’re
Hired!
Questions?
Ask Now or Regret it LaterFor more information:
Julia Barnes
Forrest Junior College
225-7653
www.forrestcollege.edu