27 Aug 2017 Dress for success

by Georgie McCarthy

Much to the dismay of children everywhere, it is time to go back to school, work and the university, but for me, this means a fresh start and new first impressions. For you, it might mean a new job, new school or even just another day, but why not seize it by looking fabulous?  

Making a good first impression is extremely important, especially when it comes to going to a job or internship interview. According to MindTools, a first impression can be nearly impossible to reverse or undo.  

What you wear is a huge part of that first impression, so below are my tips for looking your best and getting one step closer to your dream career, new friend or first-choice university.

A few tips on dressing to impress:

Throw on a blazer: A blazer can pull together nearly any outfit, so if nothing else, throw one on for a more polished look.

Keep it comfortable: Don’t wear anything you don’t feel comfortable in. People will notice if you’re fidgeting and uncomfortable. This also applies to shoes. Don’t wear heels that are so high that you struggle to walk, because this won’t come off well to a potential employer. So stay polished, but be comfortable too.

Be memorable: Stand out a little! This will help people remember you and think of you as more of an individual after they’ve interviewed countless others. Pick a piece, like my floral blazer with this article, that can act as a conversation starter or simply something a potential employer will be able to recall.

Simplicity always works: After picking your one memorable piece of clothing, keep it simple. Wearing too many eye-catching or wild things will be distracting to both you and the potential employer. Pick your statement top, blazer or earrings, and then build a fairly simple outfit around it.

Be yourself: Stay true to yourself and your personal style. People want to see and appreciate the real you!

Smile: A positive attitude can make or break a first impression. Don’t forget the simplest thing you can do to come across well to a future friend, employer, etc. is to just smile!

Hopefully, these tips will help you nail your next first impression!

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