Quote:
Originally posted by justamom
Shopgirl-I understand your feelings, but I think the original thought was about the initial interview. After that, one must weigh where they are headed and who is in charge. Be realistic everyone, the person signing your paycheck is PROBABLY over 40 and THAT ALONE is a hint to attire. I keep going back to Collin-"Know your audience."
In most cases, once you've sealed the interview and gotten the job, the dress code will relax...UNLESS you are in a promo position. Then, it depends on what you're promoting. Just remember the basic rule from rush to real life jobs. It's better to be a little overdresed than underdressed. Why would one take such great care during sorority rush and NOT for a job interview??? They are PAYING you, and in a sorority, the fact is, you are paying THEM!
|
JAM,
I understand what you mean.
I understand your point regarding
the characteristics of an (potential)
employer (male, over 40). I also like
being a woman and being feminine.
It's just aggravating to read that this is even
an issue. Especially since I have been interviewing
for jobs and I have been wearing pant suits to my
interviews. To think that my wearing a pant suit vs. a
skirt suit would result in me not getting the job is
just disgusting.
To be honest I didn't even give it that much
thought. The little time I did spend thinking
about it, I concluded that wearing a pant suit
would make me appear more serious, more
intelligent.
I actually love skirts and I think they look
professional and beautiful on women. However,
I would be more apt to take a woman who is
wearing pants/pant suit a little more serious.
To me it says she means business. She's not
here to show off her legs, to attract your attention
downward. She wants you to look her in the face.