sts® 7-step system to winning at job interviewing for women

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Steps To Style A Seven-Step System to Winning At Job Interviewing for Women

Presented & Authored by: Carol E. Ridolphi, AICI FLC Certified Image Consultant Founder and Owner

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Steps to Style ~ A Seven-Step System to Winning at Job Interviewing

First Impression Facts

Grooming

Appropriate Interview Attire

Specifics of Clothing

Specifics of Accessories

Nonverbal Communication

Crucial Tips

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First Impression Facts

First impressions are lasting.

It takes a few seconds to make judgments when meeting people.

You can control the kind of impression you make, but it won’t happen without planning.

Initial impressions are formed quickly, without the information needed to form an accurate assessment.

Initial impressions are instinctive.

An interviewer often relies on the initial impression to determine the best person for the job.

Our sight is our strongest sense and provides us with enough information to determine how we feel about someone we’ve just met.

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Introduction“A man becomes a creature of his uniform.” ~ Napoleon

3-10 Seconds

Clothing, Grooming & More

Lasting Impressions

Negative – 7 More

Positive – Positive Qualities

Negative – Negative Qualities

Do it the First Time

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Grooming

Signal – Value Yourself

Undermine

Image

Good Grooming

Habits

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Grooming – Hands & Nails

Highly Visible

Clean & Manicured

Coin Test

Distraction

Natural Polish

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Grooming - Teeth

Smile

Dental Hygiene

Bleaching

Flossing – 90%

Avoid Certain Foods

Avoid Smoker’s Breath

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Grooming – Body Odor

Offensive

No One Will tell You

Strict Daily Regimen

Grooming – Body Odor

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Grooming - Hair

Clean, Neat

Out of Face

Dandruff Free

Professional Style

Roots, Unusual color, Streaks

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Grooming - Makeup

Simple, Natural

Lipstick Check

Enhance Features Naturally

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Grooming - Fragrance

Sparingly

You are Not the Judge

Safest – No Smell

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Grooming – Facial Hair

Unruly Hair

Under Arms

Legs

Above Lip

Chin

Eyebrow

Nose

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Color Basics Color - Powerful

Lighter - Approachable

Darker – Authoritative

Dark Suit & Light Top

Women – Black, Navy, Charcoal

Burgundy, Brown

High Contrast – Authority

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Appropriate Interview Attire

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Professional Work Attire

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Appropriate Interview Looks

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Clothing Specifics ~ High Contrast

Suit ~ Black, Navy, Dark Gray

Light Blouse, Knit Top or Shell

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Clothing Specifics ~ Fabric

Important for quality suit

Wool – wool blends

Silk - tops

Synthetic fabrics

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Clothing Specifics ~ Fit

Button without strain

Armholes – fit snugly

Shoulders

Tailoring

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Clothing Specifics ~ Skirt Fit

Must fit – avoid cheap look

Waistline

Hip

Pockets

Hemline

Tailor

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Clothing Specifics ~ Skirt Style & Length

Slim & straight

Match pieces

Length – knee or close to it

Slits

Sit to test

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Clothing Specifics ~ Blouse & Shell Fit

Low necklines

Blouse – ½” sleeve

Tailored

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Clothing Specifics – Fit

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Clothing Specifics ~ Pant Suits

Skirt suit more appropriate

Corporate culture

More acceptable

Length - top of shoe

Full-length only

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Clothing Specifics ~ Pant Styles

Flat – Flat Tummy

Cuffs – Shorten Appearance

Pleated – Camouflage Tummy Hip & Thigh Cut Full Sit High on Waist

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Clothing Specifics ~ Dress Suit

Dresses & Dress Suits

Jacket & Dress Should Match

Length ¾” Above Knee

Avoid Ankle or 3+” Below

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Clothing Specifics ~ The Dress Suit

Dress suits Versatile

Practical Purchase

Interviewing

Evening Wear

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Clothing Specifics ~ Undergarments

Need to be Properly Fitted

Professional Assistance

Shave Pounds When Right Sizing

Spanx – Support, Comfortable

Slimming Techniques

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Accessory Specifics - Shoes

Basic Conservative pump

Must blend

Make or break

Conservative, clean, polished, comfortable

Well-made

Leather

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Accessory Specifics ~ Socks & Hosiery

Important Detail

Sheer, Light, Neutral

Avoid Opaque

Avoid Patterns

Avoid Unusual Colors

Runs Check – Extra Pair

Do not go bare legged

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Accessory Specifics - Glasses

Conservative Frames

Same Color Family as Hair

Narrow Face – Wider Frames

Fuller Face – Narrow Frames

Low Bridge – Shortens Nose

High Bridge – Lengthens Nose

Never Tinted or Sunglasses

Wear Smaller Earrings

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Accessory Specifics – Purses & Briefcases

Black or Dark

Well-Maintained Canvas

Trim Portfolio

Briefcase or Purse – Just One

Purse – Moderate Size

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Accessory Specifics - Jewelry

Be Discreet

Avoid Noisy, Clunky Jewelry

One Pair Earrings

Conservative, Simple Watch

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Accessory Specifics – Scarves, Handkerchiefs

Scarves Add or Detract

Classic Fabric

Complement Suit

Size Limitation – Overpower

Pocket Square - Flair, Classic

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Nonverbal CommunicationBody Language

Speaks Louder Than Words

55% - Body Language

38% - Tone of Voice

7% - Words We Speak

93% - What We Don’t Say

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Nonverbal CommunicationPosture

Confidence

Slouching

Trust

Authoritative

Stand straight

Sit comfortably

Face interviewer

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Nonverbal CommunicationEye Contact

Connecting

Hold Gaze Several Seconds

Lack of Confidence

Lack of Trust

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Nonverbal CommunicationThe Handshake

Physical Contact

Firm – Interested

Weak – Unsure

Long Enough to Speak Names

Smile

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Nonverbal CommunicationsFacial Expressions

Faces Communicate Honestly

Words vs Body Language

Control

Smile Positive Will be Returned Worth a Thousand Words

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Nonverbal CommunicationsWhat Are The Saying?

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Will He Get Hired?

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Nonverbal CommunicationsGestures

Positive

Negative

Adds impact

Avoid: Folding Arms Across Chest Drumming Fingers Twisting Ring Bouncing a Foot Finger Pointing Crossed Arms Looking Over Glasses Pounding Fist on Desk

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Crucial Tips

Interview vs Once on-the-Job

Body Piercings, Tattoos

Low Necklines – Cleavage

Suit Jacket

Clothing Inspection – Tags, Buttons, Snags

Gum, Hard Candies, Food, Beverages

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What Not To Wear

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Crucial Tips – Shopping

Cost-Per-Wear

Less is More

Dress up Comfortably

Good Manners

Feel Well, Energy

Test the Fabric

Shop When Least Crowded

Try On

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Crucial Tips ~ Store Recommendations

Macy’s, Bloomingdales

Ann Taylor, AT Loft

Banana Republic, Express

Lord & Taylor, Nordstroms

Overstock.com

Target, Wal-Mart

Sears, JC Penneys

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Crucial Interview Day Tips

Cell Phone

Map Out the Address

Punctual – 15 Min.

Restroom Check

End of Interview – Handshake, Smile

Thank You

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Winning At Job Interviewing Conclusion

Appearance Counts

Qualifications Second

Sell Yourself Within Seconds

Look Professional – Act Professional

One Less Thing to Worry about

Gain an Edge

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Thank You!

A Pleasure

Good Luck

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