[ale] Since we're on the subject of jobs lately

[Chris Fowler]

Jeff Lightner wrote:
> I disagree with the tie comments.
>   

What is the functional use of a tie?
> There's an old saying:  
> You never get a second chance to make a first impression.
>
> I've been employed in the IT field since 1991 and it was sometime before
> 1996 that everyone went casual - despite that as I noted above I've
> always worn a suit and tie to interviews.  Once the job starts it's
> casual all the way.
>   
Unfortunately, over the last many years I've only worn suits to funerals.

I think that for me I would wear some slacks, nice button shirt, and a 
conservative tie.
No jacket.  For one it is Summer and not jacket is needed :)

Also wear a nice pair of shoes.  If you wear a black belt, wear black 
shoes.  Same rule applies for brown.   Have your outfit pressed at the 
cleaners.   Do not pump gas on the day of the interview unless 
afterwards.   Be conservative with any cologne.

As far as interviews, I've really not even cared to read any resumes.  
If I do it may only be for contact information.  To me what is important 
is what the person knows and what the person can do. 



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