subject: Dress For Success And Your New Job [print this page] I know we all heard the old saying Dont judge a book by its cover, but dressing the part can go a long way. You want to make a good impression dont you? You wish to be respected at your new or existing job? Then make that extra effort. Come on now, how hard can it be? You dont need to run out and rob a bank. Look for great bargains. Theyre almost everywhere, especially at this time of the year. Find the best sales in your local shopping flyers and go online as well to find discount coupons. Sometimes by registering with a store or mall website, you can receive extra bonus discounts. You can also get great savings coupons from www.save.ca and www.coupons.com. Do a search on www.Google.com as well and use keywords like shopping bargains, sales online, online shopping, and so on. Now dont over do the dressing either. You want to look professional and well-dressed, but remember that you also want to fit in with this new job. Make sure your shoes are polished or at least clean. Your hair too should be neat. No need to have a swanky stylish hairdo, but have it at least placed and not looking like you just rolled out of bed, or like a fan just blew through it. If you want to be a manager, dress classy like a manager. Dressing up in a classy way can convey authority and confidence, and can also go a long way for a promotion or even a search for new higher paying jobs. Dont try to make a loud statement with your clothes. Go for a more conservative business look, and always appear to be clean and ready to work. Make sure you cover up and hide your tattoos unless youre planning to work at a tattoo parlor. A new employer may not share your taste in body art. Go easy on the perfume or after-shave, or better yet, dont wear any at all. Many offices now have a scent-free environment. Several people have allergies to perfume. Just have that extra clean look and smell. Be sure to take a shower, and yes, dont forget to brush your teeth. If youre a woman, try not to wear too much makeup. Always have your nails clean and well manicured. A little goes a long way! No shirt skirts or dresses either, or see-through tops. And please be sure to cut off any stickers or tags that are sticking out or hanging on your new clothes. For you guys, like I mentioned earlier, easy on the aftershave and cologne, and please no faded pants or belly sticking out of your slacks. Long sleeves are always more professional than short. And try to always wear a belt. Put away your sneakers, and maybe take out your dress shoes. Your attire will say something specific about you, so make sure that its well thought out. Always look presentable and professional. When youre not sure about what to wear, stay away from something bright and flashy. If you want your employer to take you seriously, then pay attention to details, and look your very best. You dont need to look like a model, but you do need to look like someone that they could trust. Fresh smelling breath is also very crucial. Never mind about taking that one last cigarette before you go out the door. Your clothes will wreak the smell of smoke. It certainly wont do much for your breath either. As far as jewelry goes, girls keep the big fashion earrings for at home and your night out. And guys, just a watch is best. Forget the new piercings that you may want to show off. Just think, would you want someone to work for you who looks clean and business-like, or downright dirty?
