It should come as no surprise to anyone that is on the job market, that you have to be at the top of your game if you want to get hired.  Employers have a bigger pool of applicants to choose from than ever before.  For that reason, it is very important to dress for success, not only when you go on an interview, but whenever you correspond with an employer in person.

Here are a few quick guidelines:

• For women, wear a pant or skirt suit . . . this will help set you apart from the people that simply go to an interview in a sweater and black pants.
• For men, wear a suit and tie . . . make that first impression great!
• Make sure your hair is tidy, your clothes are pressed and cleaned, and you have brushed your teeth . . . this should all go without saying, but when you have heard as many stories as I have, you should never assume.
• If you are in a healthcare field, I strongly suggest not wearing scrubs to an interview, unless it is a last resort.  If you are going to wear scrubs make sure that they are cleaned and pressed.
• If you are in the trades, don’t over dress . . . It is probably unnecessary to go to an interview dressed in a suit, but you should still go in business casual attire.  I suggest wearing a button up or polo shirt and a pair of slacks.
• From your head to your toes take extra care to make sure that you are well groomed and put together, you only get that one chance to make a first impression.
• Even if you are just going to a company to fill out an application or drop off your resume, you should still dress for an interview!!!

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