7. Poor personal appearance
Your appearance can make or mar your prospects even before you open your mouth. Ensure your hair is well cut and you should dress appropriately. A well tailored suit should be put in play. I am sure you know that saying “You can tell a man from his shoes”. Your shoes must be polished before you step in. It should be very comfortable so you shouldn’t seem distressed. Research on the company and its employees and find out they dress to work. However don’t wear jeans to the interview because everyone puts on jeans. There are companies who don’t mind their employees growing a beard and there are others who don’t want that eccentric look. The key here is that you must fit in with the way others in the company dress.
Female applicants should tone down everything. Nails should be trimmed, flamboyant colours and outfits should be avoided and keep the height of your shoe heels to the barest minimum. Wobbling or Tripping as you enter is not a good sight. Candidates must arrive at least 15 minutes early for the interview so they can calm their nerves before the interview will start. Greet everyone and await your turn respectfully. Remember you’re being watched from the minute you stepped into the premises. You must have confidence, even if you have to fake it. Smile but don’t appear like a clown. Always keep eye contact but don’t make it seem like you’re glaring or staring the interviewer down.
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