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Keeping your new job
By Sina Adelaja-Olowoake SAO The Employment Coach

Which one is harder getting a job or keeping your job? I usually get asked this question wherever I go throughout the world. And I always give the same answer. They are both EXTREMELY IMPORTANT. Though I must confess many job seekers fail to appreciate just how important keeping a job can be so much so that they give very little thought to this prior to taking up the position.
Let’s look at things you need to do that can help you keep your job

1. Be sure you know what you are doing
Arm yourself with every resource you need to excel in your job. Like a soldier going to war you must make sure you are very prepared for the task at hand. But in order to do this, you must have a thorough understanding of the role. Try and get feedback from your colleagues and your boss on how you are getting on. You may feel as though you are doing a fantastic job, but if your expectations differ from those of your manager or boss, there is going to be conflict. Have a good understanding of what is expected of you.
2. Keep On Learning
Do not assume for once that now that you have secured a position you have arrived. Yes you have might have graduated but you have not quit learning. Be a team player and look to get involved in more areas of the business. If your company offers training courses, put your hand up to get involved. If your company doesn’t offer training courses, you can still take the initiative and invest in your own growth and knowledge by paying for these courses yourself.

3. Develop Great Relationships
Research has shown that we spend over a third of our lives at work. If we spend this great amount time at work, then it is only wise that we develop healthy and wholesome relationships in the work place. Be someone that can be trusted. Good relationships are based on trust. Keep commitments. If you promise something, make sure you deliver on time. However, if you find yourself in a situation where something has changed and you cannot keep that commitment, be honest and communicate. Honest communication is the key to building a long-lasting relationship.
For more click http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/07/how-to-keep-your-job.html

@Joshuabak. Thanks

Staying motivated while seeking work.
Sina Adelaja-Olowoake. SAO The Employment Coach.


There is no denying that we are currently living in very challenging times. Wherever you turn in the world, the stories are the same - economic downturn characterized by lack of employment opportunities especially amongst graduates /school leavers.
As a job seeker, it must be harrowing going for interview after interview without landing the position. What this often leads to is despondency on the part of the applicant. After a while the applicant becomes dejected, forlorn, and hopeless. Therefore it is key that job seekers find ways to stay motivated. Motivation will keep you going even when you don’t feel like it. It is the driving force that propels you towards your goal.
Below are some ways to help you stay motivated as you continue your search for employment.

Stay Positive.
Don’t allow your past experience to affect your future prospects. Because you have not landed the jobs in the past does not mean your next interview is doomed. Always think and stay positive. Surround yourself with stories of people who triumphed in the face of adversity. If you need to listen to motivational speeches, read books, do it.

Stay Balanced.
Remember that saying “all work and no play…..”? Keep things in perspective. Don’t sit down all day and just mull over your lack of a job. If you do this long enough it will start to eat away at your confidence and you don’t want that. Socialize in moderation and also continue your job search in equal measure.
For more click on
http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/07/staying-motivated-while-seeking-work.html

@ D'lerious. The cover letter sample has already been posted here.

Is this what is missing in your quest to land a job?
You have probably been to a few interviews and received the same outcome. I believe it’s time you sat down to really find out what is wrong. What are employers really looking for in candidates ? Do you have these qualities or are you willing to develop them? SAO.

Every employer has had a certain amount of experience with both good and bad employees. For this reason every employer has a pretty good idea of what he or she wants more of. Here are the big seven:

1. The first quality that employers look for is intelligence.
In every study, it has been found that fully 76 percent of the productivity and contribution of an employee will be determined by his or her level of intelligence. Intelligence in this sense means the ability to plan, to organize, to set priorities, to solve problems, and to get the job done. Intelligence refers to your level of common sense and your practical ability to deal with the day-to-day challenges of the job. The key to demonstrating your intelligence is for you to ask intelligent questions. One of the hallmarks of intelligence that is immediately evident is curiosity. The more you ask good questions and listen to the answers, the smarter you appear.

2. The second quality sought by employers is leadership ability.
Leadership is the willingness and the desire to accept responsibility for results. It’s the ability to take charge, to volunteer for assignments, and to accept accountability for achieving the required results of those assignments.
The mark of the leader is that he or she does not make excuses. You demonstrate your willingness to be a leader in the organization by offering to take charge of achieving company goals and then committing yourself to performing at high levels.

3. Integrity is the third quality sought by employers.
It’s probably the most important single quality for long-term success in life and at work. Integrity begins by being true to yourself. This means that you are perfectly honest with yourself and in your relationships with others. You are willing to admit your strengths and weaknesses. You are willing to admit where you have made mistakes in the past. Especially, you demonstrate loyalty. You never say anything negative about a previous employer or a person whom you have worked with or for. Even if you were fired from a previous job, never say anything negative or critical.

4. The fourth quality that employers look for is likability.
Employers like people who are warm, friendly, easygoing, and cooperative with others. Employers are looking for people who can join the team and be part of the work family.
Men and women with good personalities are invariably more popular and more effective at whatever they do. Teamwork is the key to business success. Your experience in working as part of a team in the past and your willingness to work as part of a team in the future can be among the most attractive things about you in applying for a job.

Click here for more http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/07/what-employers-look-for-in-candidates.html

Sent.

@ Pinkyeyes. I used this particular sample because it was written with a fresh graduates in mind. The experience is based on previous roles not necessarily acquired formally
Everything you have ever done becomes useful - class rep, member of departmental association, church activities etc. It is now up to you to adapt your experience in these positions to showcase your skills.
This is one reason to belong to voluntary organisations. A lot of skills are taught there which can come in handy.

@ all
Check your email address inbox. The samples should be there.
I will not be sending any cover letter samples to individuals. I have already posted a sample here. Just scroll up to see.

Hi all
I post these articles to help all and sundry. If you have asked for cv samples and received none, kindly check your email address. This could also be a pointer as to why you don't get responses from prospective employers as well after sending your CV. If you have put an incorrect number or email address how will the employer get back to you?
Take time to go through your CV please especially your contact details. One wrong number. One wrong letter and your hopes of getting that job disappear. I cannot overemphasise the importance of this.
All the best.

With cover letters it is not just writing a cover a letter but also letting you see what it is meant to achieve in detail.
Hope this helps.

CV Samples will be sent shortly.
On cover letters I already created a topic " Struggling with cover letters? Let's crack it here."
Here it is

[quote author=Shinor][b]COVER LETTER
I remember I did promise to do a piece on cover letters. Contrary to what a lot of candidates assume, a cover letter is not a protective jacket for your CV.
Instead it is an advert for your CV and you.
A cover letter is even more USEFUL when you are sending your CV to an organization that has not advertised any vacancies.
All cover letters should:

1.Explain why you are sending a CV.
Don't send a CV without a cover letter.
Don't make the reader guess what you are asking for; be specific: Do you want a voluntary opportunity, or a permanent position; are you inquiring about future employment possibilities?
Tell specifically how you learned about the position or the organization — an advert in a newspaper, a web site, or a family friend who works at the organization. It is appropriate to mention the name of someone who suggested that you write unless the person is states otherwise.
2.Convince the reader to look at your CV.
The cover letter will be seen first.
Therefore, it must be very well written and targeted to that employer.Call attention to elements of your background — education, leadership, experience — that are relevant to a position you are seeking. Be as specific as possible, using examples.Reflect your attitude, personality, motivation, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Provide or refer to any information specifically requested in a job advertisement that might not be covered in your resume, such as availability date, or reference to an attached writing sample.

3.Indicate what you will do to follow-up.In a letter of application — applying for an advertised opening — applicants often say something like "I look forward to hearing from you." However, if you have further contact info (e.g. phone number) and if the employer hasn't said "no phone calls," it's better to take the initiative to follow-up, saying something like, "I will contact you in the next two weeks to see if you require any additional information regarding my qualifications."
In a letter of inquiry — asking about the possibility of an opening — don't assume the employer will contact you. You should say something like, "I will contact you in two weeks to learn more about upcoming employment opportunities with (name of organization)." Then mark your calendar to make the call.

An example of a cover letter that can be adapted

1000 Terrace View Apts.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 555-4523
stevemason@vt.edu

March 25, 20XY
Ms. Janice Wilson
Personnel Director
Anderson Construction Company
3507 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20895

Dear Ms. Wilson:

I read in the March 24th Washington Post classified section of your need for a Civil Engineer or Building Construction graduate for one of your Washington, DC, area sites. I will be returning to the Washington area after graduation in May and believe that I have the necessary credentials for the project.

Every summer for the last five years I have worked at various levels in the construction industry. As indicated on my enclosed resume, I have worked as a general laborer, and moved up to skilled carpentry work, and last summer served as assistant construction manager on a two million dollar residential construction project.

In addition to this practical experience, I will complete requirements for my B.S. in Building Construction in May. As you may know, Virginia Tech is one of the few universities in the country that offers such a specialized degree for the construction industry. I am confident that my degree, along with my years of construction industry experience, makes me an excellent candidate for your job.

The Anderson Construction Company projects are familiar to me, and my aspiration is to work for a company that has your excellent reputation. I would welcome the opportunity to interview with you. I will be in the Washington area during the week of April 12th and would be available to speak with you at that time. In the next week to ten days I will contact you to answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,

Steve Mason

Fidgeting
Excessive sweat
Long periods of silence.

These are some of the signs of nervousness often displayed during interview sessions. In my years of conducting interviews, I have noticed this as a major problem sometimes acting as the defining factor between offering or denying a candidate the position.
Yes we all know how intimidating some interview can be. However no matter how qualified you may be, the employers want to see how confident and convincing you are. Because let's face it, you will need some level of confidence in carrying whatever role you are assigned. So you need to project your self confidence during the interview to show the interviewer(s) you are the right candidate for the job.
Often, people under estimate how important it is to exhume confidence during interviews. But I can tell you it is extremely important.
So just how then do you do this?
Here are a few tips to help you deal with the anxious moments and boost your confidence during interviews.

RELAX. Find what helps you relax before big moments. Some people turn to music. Others to motivational speeches. Identify what works for you and apply it.

LEARN TO LISTEN. Cultivate the habit of listening through before attempting to answer. What this does is it gives you time to compose yourself and also think through your answers.

BE ENTHUSIASTIC. Employers only want to hire people who are enthusiastic about working for them. Your chance to show that is at least to speak enthusiastically. Even if you have the right answers to the interview questions speaking in low tones devoid of any passion does not help in projecting you as confident.

USE RIGHT BODY LANGUAGE. If you have ever done any background work on interviews you would have found out that employers take a close look at the candidate's body language as much as all other aspects of the interview.
Wear appropriate clothes. If there is something wrong with your clothes, you will soon find out as all eyes will be on you albeit for the wrong reason. And this is bound to affect your confidence.
Sit appropriately. Not slouched.
Make eye contact when you speak.
Do not fidget.

LIVE FOR THE MOMENT. No matter what happened before the interview, leave it outside the door. Do not bring any baggage with you. Even if you sat in the most horrible traffic en route the interview, act like nothing happened. However if you suffered an unfortunate incident before the interview, try and contact the employer beforehand to intimate them of the situation.

DO YOUR HOMEWORK. One thing that is bound to knock your confidence is being embarrassed openly and nothing can be more embarrassing than not having done your homework prior to the interview ( i.e making sure you know your CV) because employers can ask questions based on what is on your CV and if you can't answer this it can be very embarrassing. Infact I can tell you that from that moment, the interview just goes downhill.
Also spend time researching the company. It is very embarrassing not to know anything about the company you want to work for.
Lastly practice interview techniques. If need be ask your friends to help in a mock interview session.
Leave no stone unturned to achieve success.

http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/you-need-confidence-to-succeed-at.html

[b]COVER LETTER
I remember I did promise to do a piece on cover letters. Contrary to what a lot of candidates assume, a cover letter is not a protective jacket for your CV.
Instead it is an advert for your CV and you.
A cover letter is even more USEFUL when you are sending your CV to an organization that has not advertised any vacancies.
All cover letters should:

1.Explain why you are sending a CV.
Don't send a CV without a cover letter.
Don't make the reader guess what you are asking for; be specific: Do you want a voluntary opportunity, or a permanent position; are you inquiring about future employment possibilities?
Tell specifically how you learned about the position or the organization — an advert in a newspaper, a web site, or a family friend who works at the organization. It is appropriate to mention the name of someone who suggested that you write unless the person is states otherwise.
2.Convince the reader to look at your CV.
The cover letter will be seen first.
Therefore, it must be very well written and targeted to that employer.Call attention to elements of your background — education, leadership, experience — that are relevant to a position you are seeking. Be as specific as possible, using examples.Reflect your attitude, personality, motivation, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Provide or refer to any information specifically requested in a job advertisement that might not be covered in your resume, such as availability date, or reference to an attached writing sample.

3.Indicate what you will do to follow-up.In a letter of application — applying for an advertised opening — applicants often say something like "I look forward to hearing from you." However, if you have further contact info (e.g. phone number) and if the employer hasn't said "no phone calls," it's better to take the initiative to follow-up, saying something like, "I will contact you in the next two weeks to see if you require any additional information regarding my qualifications."
In a letter of inquiry — asking about the possibility of an opening — don't assume the employer will contact you. You should say something like, "I will contact you in two weeks to learn more about upcoming employment opportunities with (name of organization)." Then mark your calendar to make the call.

An example of a cover letter that can be adapted

1000 Terrace View Apts.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 555-4523
stevemason@vt.edu

March 25, 20XY
Ms. Janice Wilson
Personnel Director
Anderson Construction Company
3507 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20895

Dear Ms. Wilson:

I read in the March 24th Washington Post classified section of your need for a Civil Engineer or Building Construction graduate for one of your Washington, DC, area sites. I will be returning to the Washington area after graduation in May and believe that I have the necessary credentials for the project.

Every summer for the last five years I have worked at various levels in the construction industry. As indicated on my enclosed resume, I have worked as a general laborer, and moved up to skilled carpentry work, and last summer served as assistant construction manager on a two million dollar residential construction project.

In addition to this practical experience, I will complete requirements for my B.S. in Building Construction in May. As you may know, Virginia Tech is one of the few universities in the country that offers such a specialized degree for the construction industry. I am confident that my degree, along with my years of construction industry experience, makes me an excellent candidate for your job.

The Anderson Construction Company projects are familiar to me, and my aspiration is to work for a company that has your excellent reputation. I would welcome the opportunity to interview with you. I will be in the Washington area during the week of April 12th and would be available to speak with you at that time. In the next week to ten days I will contact you to answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
(handwritten signature)
Steve Mason
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http://www.career.vt.edu/jobsearchguide/coverlettersamples.html[b][/b]

For all cover letter related issues see my post on cover letters. Thanks

All done guys. Check your emails.
@Defloata............Kind of surprised your email is incomplete and will not work either as .co.uk / .com

EmmyDe25: Uncle shinor, please i need some samples too... adeolamanuel@gmail.com. tankx in anticipation.
Meanwhile, i'll like to ask if its that important to list the primary and the secondary school one attended while drafting out. his CV? Submitted a couple of my cv without including those.

You don't have to quote primary school. Secondary school? Yes especially if you are a recent graduate.
Will send a couple.
@ News4Akin. Ditto

10 things you should have in your CV

Contact details
It’s important to provide a range of contact options including your home address, your main phone number and your email address to make it easy for employers to get in touch with you.
Employment history
Make sure to include the jobs that are relevant to the position you are applying for. If you haven't had much relevant experience, however, you may want to include your whole work history.
Education and qualifications
Your education and qualifications may not be directly related to the job you are applying for, but they’re still important achievements that any employer will want to see.
Skills and strengths
Emphasising your skills and strengths is vital when building a CV. A strength is something you’re naturally good at. A skill is something you acquire with education and experience. Make sure to demonstrate how your skills and strengths will help you to do well in the job.
Your personality
Your CV should follow a fairly standard format and the interview is where your personality is really important, but you can still stand out from the crowd with the language you use. Check out Clever Word Play for more ideas.
A prioritised layout
The way you layout your CV will depend on your age and work experience level. The My CV tool allows you to choose between a work-focused or education-focused template. If you have don’t have much work experience or you’re looking for a career change, you should place your skills and strengths section before employment and education.
A good simple format
Unless you’re going for a highly creative job, getting too fancy with fonts and borders will only take the focus from the important information in your CV.
Good spelling and punctuation
There’s no room for poor spelling and punctuation in either your cover letter or your CV. Keep sentences short to avoid confused punctuation and, if you can, give it to a friend to check it over. Spell check should be the very last thing you do before sending it off.
References available on request
You don’t have to include references in your CV and leaving them out will save you space, but make sure to state at the end of your CV that they are available on request.
A cover letter
Most employers will expect a cover letter with your CV. It gives you a chance to get across your personality, ambition and to explain any gaps in your CV. Check out our Cover letter guide following shortly
For a sample of a CV click http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/your-cv-is-meant-to-do-one-thing-get.html

Done.

It's been sent. Regards.

FKMagazine Check your mailbox.

I have sent you a few samples.

[b]I have come across a great number of CV's in the course of my work and my reaction sometimes after perusing some copies has been " What on earth is this'? I wonder what was going through the candidate's mind as they put together that CV. Many are yet to understand the traditional role of a CV. It is simply the primary document a would be employer or agency consults to assess your eligibility for a position. The employer reads through your work and education history for any experience or skills that you may possess which will help you perform your role and then makes a decision whether to call your for an interview or not.
Unfortunately if there are question marks in any area of your CV, the decision is made without giving you an opportunity to explain. In other words you are judged based on what your CV said.
Therefore it is imperative to ensure that your CV is always saying the right things about you.
For more details on what should be on a CV, read my next article on CV's to be published subsequently.
http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/cvs-speak-is-yours-speaking-for-you.html[/b]

[b]In the quest to get better and develop ourselves full, many undertake advanced degrees. Lately there has been a panic rush for MBA's. But is this degree the magic? Learning the practical mechanics of entrepreneurship is useless without an idea. Professors won't provide you with an idea only the skills to identify the good from the bad. I found this article in the City AM newspaper published in London June 21 2012. So go ahead and see if you agree. SAO The Employment Coach.

By Tom Welsh.

PLENTY of successful entrepreneurs don’t have MBAs. For many, to be an entrepreneur is to possess a constellation of hard-wired personality traits – an appetite for risk, an eye for an opportunity, the personality to carry investors on an exciting bandwagon from start-up to IPO. Surely these qualities can’t be taught? Many business schools disagree. An increasingly noticeable part of their offering, whether as part of MBA programmes, or as stand-alone courses, are classes devoted to training entrepreneurs and equipping them with the skills to take an idea and run with it.

A cynic might argue that schools are playing with the media zeitgeist – that teaching entrepreneurship is part of an eye-catching strategy to capture attention while they continue to plod along with a core offering for corporate-minded executives. But the numbers, and the money, tell a different story. Cass Business School has invested £10m in an entrepreneurship fund for promising start-up ideas. Professors tell of increasing numbers of students who are leaving professional careers and, armed only with a vague idea or desire to start their own firm, are using MBA programmes as a springboard.

But is an MBA really the right choice for a potential entrepreneur? Programmes can cost in the region of £40,000 for a year – wouldn’t that money be better spent renting offices or investing in market research? For some it will not be the right choice. But, if you do want to start your own firm, and perhaps lack the confidence, the broad business knowledge, or even the idea to take that desire forward, an MBA could prove useful. For more click the link below
http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/do-you-need-mba-to-succeed-in-business.html

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[b]Q4.What do you feel this position should pay?

Salary is a delicate topic. We suggest that you defer tying yourself to a precise figure for as long as you can do so politely. You might say, "I understand that the range for this job is between ______ and ______. That seems appropriate for the job as I understand it." You might answer the question with a question: "Perhaps you can help me on this one. Can you tell me if there is a range for similar jobs in the organization?"
If you are asked the question during an initial screening interview, you might say that you feel you need to know more about the position's responsibilities before you could give a meaningful answer to that question. Here, too, either by asking the interviewer or search executive (if one is involved), or in research done as part of your homework, you can try to find out whether there is a salary grade attached to the job. If there is, and if you can live with it, say that the range seems right to you.
If the interviewer continues to probe, you might say, "You know that I'm making ______ now. Like everyone else, I'd like to improve on that figure, but my major interest is with the job itself." Remember that the act of taking a new job does not, in and of itself, make you worth more money.
Don't sell yourself short, but continue to stress the fact that the job itself is the most important thing in your mind. The interviewer may be trying to determine just how much you want the job. Don't leave the impression that money is the only thing that is important to you. Link questions of salary to the work itself.



Q5. Your resume suggests that you may be over-qualified or too experienced for this position. What's Your opinion?

See more at http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/handling-difficult-interview-questions_13.html[/b]

[b]HANDLING DIFFICULT INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

When we go for interviews what usually puts us on the edge is the moment we have to face the panel and verbally answer questions. For a lot of the people this is the real interview.
Given the heat this generates, I have decided to look at a few of these questions with a view of giving a guide on how to answer them. My answers are by no means the “best” but a professional attempt at helping candidates.
Before I go on I would like to give a few tips on attending interviews;
· Practice likely interview scenarios
· Learn to listen keenly, understanding the questions before you answer.
· If you don’t understand a question, do not be afraid to ask the interviewer to repeat.
· Think of examples to buttress your answers beforehand.
· Do not attend an interview without doing some research on the company interviewing.

Q1. “Tell us about yourself”
This is usually the opening questions but not in all cases. Perhaps it’s best to start by saying it’s not about your bio data or your political ambition. It’s a marketing opportunity to highlight what skills you already possess and how this can be utilized in your new role. I have sat at interviews and heard candidates going on about their family lineage and place of origin. Please do not follow suit. If you are going to talk about your history, limit it to education and career. Keep it short. Do not be talkative. Maximum two minutes.

Q2. “Your degree does not match the job”.
A tricky one meant to put you on the defensive. Sadly this has been the downfall of some candidates. I have seen candidates go from shocked silence to pleading with tears. Instead of being dumbfounded, all that is required is that you demonstrate the ability to function in the new role despite having studied something else. Focus on the skills you picked up in school which will stand you in good stead in carrying out the roles associated with the new position. Skills such as interpersonal skills, good communication skills, ability to prioritize workload, work on own initiative as well as being part of a team.
Q3. “Why do you want to work for us?”
The simple interpretation of this question is how much do you know about what we do and how do you see yourself fitting in. If you haven’t done your homework on researching this company, it will become evident here. Don’t give ridiculous answers like “I want to work for you because I like your company name”. If the company is a retailer for example, you might say you love it’s approach to customer service and you believe you possess the skills and ability to contribute to it. It’s about how you would function in the job. So a good knowledge of the organization is essential in answering this question. Make them feel you are the one they have been waiting for. Tell them how you see yourself fitting in and probably improving on the current output.


Stay tuned for more questions.
http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/handling-difficult-interview-questions.html[/b]

Whether you're looking for your very first job, switching careers, or re-entering the job market after an extended absence, finding a job requires two main tasks: understanding yourself and understanding the job market. Presuming you've already chosen a career and are currently searching for jobs, here are several ways to actually get a job.
Revise your resume. Before you start job hunting, make sure that your resume is as complete and up-to-date as possible. Your resume is an important distillation of who you are, where you come from, and what you can offer. Here are a few tips to consider:
http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/4-ways-to-get-job.html

When most candidates receive an invite to attend an interview, their main focus immediately shifts to one thing and one thing alone – answering the interview questions. Sometimes the preparation to do well at the interview session overshadows everything else including the need to be on top of our personal hygiene and appearance.
What they fail to understand is that a terrible body odour or foul breath is will almost certainly have a negative effect on the candidate and could even deny the candidate an employment opportunity.
Don’t fall into this trap.
Take extra care to ensure that your personal hygiene/ appearance is part of your overall preparation.
When picking what to wear, stay away from LOUD colours. Keep your style simple and conservative. Remember it’s a job interview not a fashion show. For men, a clean shave is advised. A white shirt and dark coloured suit would suffice. If you have to wear a beard please keep it low and well trimmed.
Please guard against the excessive use of perfumes. This might act as an irritant.

All these might sound kind of elementary but time and time and again we see candidates make these silly mistakes. I remember being on a panel of interviewers when a young lady walked in dressed like she was heading for a Friday night out.
Another area I would like to draw your attention to is time keeping. I cannot overemphasize the need to arrive at the interview on time. The interview date is not the day to try a new route. From the moment you get the invite to the interview take a good look at the date and map out how to get to the venue. If possible do a trial run. Be sure you know where the venue is. Do not ASSUME and don’t bank on asking your cousin. If you know the location then you can properly plan on how much time to allocate to travelling to the venue. I have heard candidates blame the traffic or give some other excuse for turning up late. I am sorry to say no matter how plausible your story sounds, you are not likely to be taken seriously.
If for any reason you know you will not be able to get to the venue on time, call the human resources department to inform them of that you are running late. Don’t wait until you get to the interview. You can be sure it would have been very late by then.
There are a lot of other silly little mistakes that job seekers make regarding interviews but we will limit them to these few for now.

http://saotheemploymentcoach..co.uk/2013/06/avoiding-silly-interview-mistakes.html

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