Interview

[ROY]

Right chaps opinions please, I have never really had a proper interview for a half decent job before and have one tomorrow!! So should i shave my beard and get a decent suit or just go in one of my cheapy shirts and trousers combo and leave me beard???

[henry d]

Tidy beard and wear suit, job done!

 

Best wishes.

[SittingBull]

Depends on the job/profession but I would always try my hardest when it comes to an interview - nice suit, ironed shirt and tie. Obviously this might not be appropriate if you are going for an interview as a stripper.

[Muddy Funker]

First impressions mate.

 

I'd go in a suit if it were a job for a bog cleaner.

 

Shiny boots, shiny mind lol.

 

Good luck.

[ozzy518]

Don't forget clean polished shoes . First minute or so of Interview is when u make an impression

[steve_b_wales]

As someone who has interviewed many people applying for jobs where I worked, I always 'said' that personality, and the skills they bring with them, is more important than the way the person dressed. I don't mean that I would have been happy if someone attended an interview wearing jeans and a T shirt, You can pick up a decent suit in Tesco's etc, without spending a fortune. As for the beard, as long as it's neat and tidy, then leave it.

 

Good luck with your interview.

[Thunderbird]

Suit up man, dress for the job you want.

 

CVs, letters of application and the interview process are still the same more or less as they have been for decades. It's a formal process unless you are specifically told not to dress up, and if it's a requirement that for some reason they prefer people not to, they'll tell you.

 

GL.

[ROY]

Just letting the polish soak into me shoes at the mo. The Jobs customer services with a bit of telesales. I think a suits in order but the missus says i don't look right in a suit!!

[Thunderbird]

This thread is useless without pictures etc etc....

[oscarsdad]

Don't take this the wrong way, but make sure your hands and nails are spotless - no rabbit blood under your nails etc. I interviewed a bloke last year, he had a suit on but his nails were disgusting so he made a really bad impression.

Edited October 15, 2012 by oscarsdad

[ROY]

You really don't want to see a picture of me ugly ****** at best LOL. A brief description will have to surfice Big fella 18st, Hair going grey, beard deffinately in need of a tidy up but thats a given. Tattoos on fore arms.

[Marine1980]

At 18st mate nobody would dare not give you the job! I would cover the tattoos up though as there not everyone's cup of tea!

If you don't look right in a suit as not everybody does then I'd suggest just shirt and tie, don't try to be someone your not.

And best of luck!

[guest1957]

Much harder to be over-dressed than under-dressed in my experience. Bang the suit on and feel confident as you walk into the room.

[RED BEARD]

suit or shirt and tie,just tidy the beard up (anybody that knows me will laugh at me saying that,mines a right mess!) and cover the ink as some folk will right you off straight away for them.

[pigeon pete]

if you smoke ,suck a mint before you go in ,dont be afraid to ask questions

[HDAV]

Suit, acceptable to take jacket off when you sit down breath mint anyway don't go in chewing gum! Tidy beard/hair no jewellery except wedding ring (if appropriate) and watch, take a pen and a fresh pad/notebook I use a freebie fake leather folder, take notes have some questions that aren't about salary,holiday or benefits!

 

Gen up on what they sell do, who owns them ( PLC, part of a group etc) make a note of the names you have been I touch with (be polite to the receptionist and anyone you meet) phone OFF!

 

Relax and remember they want you.

[Billy.]

Aside from the clobber, always have a good question to ask at the end.

 

Never use your last question to ask about holiday allowance/lunch breaks/working hours.

 

A good question to ask would be (given the right job, or if it's not been covered)

 

"What would you expect me to achieve within my initial 60-90 days?"

 

 

I'll dig out some docs for you to read. I send them to all my candidates.

 

Oh and depending on the interviewer and their social activities, see if they're on LinkedIn. You may find a common interest between the two of you.

 

Back to the clobber - I went to an interview last week and did Chinos, posh jacket, white shirt and burgundy jumper. It's down to who is interviewing you. My interview was for a tailoring company, so I'd rather impress with some seasonal gear than a suit which doesn't fit..!

Edited October 15, 2012 by Billy.

[ROY]

Thanks for all the advice chaps am off to Bilgewater this morning to grab a suit, haircut on the way home!!!

[NickS]

Good luck! Given the job involves dealing with strangers, if you feel nervous during the interview (entirely normal), don't try to explain it away - breath steadily and let it pass. If you still want the job at the end of the interview, tell them. Enthusiasm and willingness go a long way. Hope it goes well

 

Nick

[Chris Bb]

Never use your last question to ask about holiday allowance/lunch breaks/working hours.

 

I interiewed a chap for a managerial job on a ship. About his only question was, "What time does the bar open?"

 

No, he didn't get the job.

[Zulu]

I interviewed a fella ( lasted couple of mins ) , ex military or so he said for an Armourers job , he smelled strongly of alcohol and he didn"t get the job either .

[Floating Chamber]

Shell suit, long blonde hair, gold rings and a big cigar is a no no.

[Billy.]

I had an interview at Ikea.

 

"Build a chair and take a seat" Said the interviewer as I walked into the room.

 

 

 

 

Oh and I was asked by an interviewer: "What are your strengths?"

 

"I'm not a good listener"

Edited October 16, 2012 by Billy.

[AVB]

Never give a job (or lend money) to a man (or woman) with a beard. Has served me well over the years.

[Laird Lugton]

Never give a job (or lend money) to a man (or woman) with a beard. Has served me well over the years.

 

Interesting!