- Haircut three days in advance. Have your stylist teach you how to put some product “lightly” in your hair so it looks polished.
- Manicure three days in advance. No kidding…nothing is a bigger turn off than torn finger nails with rough scaly skin. Chances are you will be talking to a woman or two and nowadays, even guys check this out. Clean hands are symbolic of success.
- Check out the dress code before your interview. Send in a spy (your girl friend or best friend for a made up errand.) While I would not always suggest a suit (that’s pants and jacket that match fabric not just color)…you should be dressed one step up from the interviewer…shows respect.
- Make sure your shoes are polished, the laces are new and not frayed and for goodness sake…make sure your collar is not dirty or frayed either. The bottomline is to look the part…understated but like you thought about your appearance and didn’t just roll out of bed. And check out your breath before you walk in. Lose the gum …. get some altoids.
- And sweaty palms…it happens. Just a hint… keep your hands on your lap face down to absorb the sweat. When standing, hand in pocket with a cloth handerchief to wipe just before the shake.
- One last thing…a handwritten thank you note…yeah…sounds old fashioned but it's all about differentiating you from the competition…do it and see if it doesn’t at least get you a return interview!!!!
- And afterwards, a massage to chill!
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