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Dress according to the position for which you are applying
NEAT, CLEAN, TIDY is extremely important
If you are unsure of what to wear you may want to drop by earlier in the week to see what the staff is
wearing
If work clothing is required take them along so you can start the same day
Be sure to Polish your shoes
MEN
For business, public contact, and customer service jobs, wear a suit or matching jacket and pants, tie
socks, shoes and shirt. Do not wear extreme colours. Your tie should not be showy.
No reds or purple, these are seen as power colours. Wear navy, gray, beige, colours that will look neat
and tidy and not take away from your interview. You want the interviewer to see your face and concentrate
on it.
For less formal jobs wear a sports coat, sport shirt and sweater. Match your clothing to the type of
clothing that would be worn on the job
Factory position, it is acceptable to wear blue jeans. Be sure they are clean and free of holes
Have your coat off and over your arm. No logo shirts or jackets
No stripes, plaids or prints
Be clean-shaven, hair neatly styled, moustache and beard trimmed
NO cologne or body spray
No chains or earrings
WOMEN
For business, public contact and customer service jobs, wear simple, neat clothing (suit with skirt or
pants) Sensible shoes.
No reds or purple, these are seen as power colours. Wear navy, gray, beige, colours that will look neat
and tidy and not take away from your interview. You want the interviewer to see your face and concentrate
on it.
For less formal positions, wear dress pants and a blouse with a jacket or sweater.
Factory position, it is acceptable to wear blue jeans. Be sure they are clean and free of holes
Have your coat off and over your arm. No logo shirts or jackets
Jewellery should be simple. No purse, bring an organizer.
Makeup should be lightly applied. Nails neat and clean, not overly long or with trendy polish.
NO perfume
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