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©CER Image Consulting, LLC 1
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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