But the old adage still stands: fail to prepare, prepare to fail.

Job interviews follow the same thought process.

Your best bet is to research the company first.

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If you’re interviewing for Hooters, I think it is appropriate to show some cleavage.

Ask yourself “Are people featured in jeans?

Are all of the individuals in suits?”

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before deciding what to wear on the day.

Don’t wear anything too distracting

Job interviews are often short.

As Petrazzuolo notes, it’s all about selling you and your abilities.

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Individual style doesn’t really come into it in an interview setting.

In other words, your jewelry will be doing all the speaking.

Any other message you’re trying to convey will be relegated to the back burner."

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With job interviews, attention to detail is key.

Whatever impression you put across with your clothing, hair, make-up, etc.

is how the interviewer is going to see you as a person and, crucially, a potential employee.

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Skip it and avoid the risk."

Go for a dependable, roll-on deodorant, to ensure you don’t reek on arrival.

When in doubt, button up

Unless it’s Hooters, put them away.

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As women, we need to be particularly careful not to promote the wrong image.

Always cover up, rather than show off.

Frieman notes “It’s highly unacceptable to come to work with an outfit that is not ironed.

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It’s the simplest way to look nice.

Either iron it yourself or take it to the cleaners.

For $5 you could have your shirt, pants/skirt, etc.”

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Removing these piercings will almost certainly increase an individual’s chance of success during the interview".

Discomfort shines through just as much, if not more, than confidence.

Don’t make things even harder on yourself.

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If you look confident and put together, your behavior will follow."

?The answer is: everybody.

Britton notes that “scuffed shoes could make people think you lack attention to detail”.

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You don’t have to spend a fortune, but it’s important to invest in quality footwear.

The goal is to look polished and professional from head to toe."

Nothing too bright or attention-seeking

Avoid anything offensive, politically or racially-charged that should go without saying.

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Britton advises against “bright colors, wild patterns or excessive accessories.

You want to be remembered for the right reasons, not because your outfit was distracting”.

Individuality is good, just as long as it’s reined in to fit the situation.

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