How Can You Groom Yourself For an Interview?

In the corporate world having the right qualifications is not enough to secure a job. The candidate is judged from every angle by the interviewer and appearance plays a decisive role many a times. You will find people who have been rejected by employers simply because they have appeared before the board in casual shirts and jeans flaunting unkempt hair and long nails. This repulsive look becomes the reason for rejection.

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So inspect yourself carefully before going for an interview. If it's a big shot corporate house maintain impeccable dress code. You must never wear dresses that are creased, dirty, torn or revealing. You must also never put on dresses that are flashy and gaudy. This indeed gives a bad impression about the candidate. Therefore you must flaunt a neat, formal shirt and trousers with or without a sober tie. Moreover, you must tie up your hair neatly in case you are wearing it long. Cleanliness is appreciated in the corporate offices.

Moreover remember that you appear in an interview to sell yourself. So the entire package must be perfect. Maintain steady posture and do not show signs of nervousness. Answer the questions confidently and do not fumble or fiddle with your fingers or pens. Shyness must be shunned at all costs. You must have some knowledge of corporate etiquettes and while speaking or addressing never for once lose eye contact.




So if you follow these simple basic rules you can get ten on ten as far as appearance goes. Also remember that you must maintain upright posture while sitting opposite your interviewer. Never slouch. Take a good look at him/her and you might get some idea about the personality of the interviewer and therefore can have an idea of how you can deal with tricky situations that might arise in the midst of an interview session.

See the following articles for more information:

• 21 Major Interview Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
  
• The Best Way to Prepare for a Job Search and Interviews
  
• How to Talk About Other Interviews in Your Interviews
  
• How to Answer the Tell Me About Yourself Interview Question
  
• How to Answer the Do You Have Any Questions for Me Interview Question

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