Professional
Attire for Job Fairs and Interviews
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Government
and Criminal Justice employer feedback
for men
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What is your first impression?
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Excellent.
Shows respect for the
interviewers and organization.
Shoes are not beat up and
the suit is well fitting.
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Very professional and ready to
go to work.
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He wants to make a good first
impression by the clothes he is
wearing.
Hands should not be in
his pocket.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes, if the student’s intent is
to gain employment.
It may be much if the
student is merely looking for
initial opportunities.
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Yes.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Definitely.
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Yes. |
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What is your first impression?
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Good , but definitely conveys a
more casual person.
I get the impression that
the person just threw on a suit
coat for the interview but we
wouldn’t expect professional
attire in the workplace.
Some downside to this
approach.
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Professional appearance with a
more relaxed look.
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Typical day at work.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Absolutely
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Yes
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No, he should have a tie on.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Yes, but the addition of a tie
would be better.
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Yes
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No, he should have a tie on.
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What is your first impression?
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OK, but it conveys a youthful
image and perhaps a person who
is not looking for a
professional career.
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Would like to see him dressed
more professionally.
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Weird shirt.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes.
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No, looks more like and outfit
to go clubbing in.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Perhaps, for entry level certain
types of employment where dress
code is not as well established.
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Acceptable for non-management
positions.
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Too casual.
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What is your first impression?
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Too relaxed
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Business casual.
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Typical day at work.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes
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Yes
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No
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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NO
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Yes, but not for management
positions
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Iffy-you could do better
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What is your first impression?
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Weekend and evening attire.
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Forget it.
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Looks like he is going to visit
his friends.
Way too casual.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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No – they should be prepared to
create that first impression.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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No.
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What is your first impression?
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Very professional, displays
confidence and a person who
wants a professional position.
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Put a lot of thought into how
she presents herself.
Looks professional.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Yes. |
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What is your first impression?
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Excellent, again displays a
professional demeanor and
respect for the interviewers and
organization.
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Very professional.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Yes.
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What is your first impression?
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Too relaxed
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Looks like she is dressed to
spend time with her
friends/family.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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No.
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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What is your first impression?
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Maybe appropriate for an entry
level or general position but
not for a professional position.
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Ok – not real impressive
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Casual
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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Yes
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Maybe
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No
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Ok for certain types of
employment, but doesn’t leave a
lasting impression of
professionalism.
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Acceptable – however would not
recommend it for more
professional positions.
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No
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What is your first impression?
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Not conservative enough for a
job interview.
Conveys a person who is
more interested in leisure
activities outside the office
than a professional position.
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Looks like she is ready to go
out.
Is this appropriate for a career
fair?
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No
Is this appropriate for an
interview?
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Not in the best interest of the
candidate.
Although a very nice
dress, would recommend more
business attire.
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NO
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