Job Interview Questions: What to wear to a retail job interview?

I am applying/possibly interviewing at a couple retail stores tomorrow just small stuff like bath and body works and claires... but how dressed-up should I be? Just a skirt and a shirt? slacks and a blouse? a suit? Help me out!

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Agree with Kevin...slightly more formal than the associates.

For the stores that you list, a suit would probably be too much. Dress pants and a blouse would be good, or dress pants and a tank top with a cardigan over it. Skirts would be fine as long as they're on the dressy/formal side and hit at or below the knee. A dressy top would be okay, too. Keep your shoulders covered. Your shoes/jewelry should be tasteful, but if you can I would bring along an accent piece (fun necklace, brightly colored pumps) to wear for the appropriate stores. At someplace fashion-forward like Claires or other trendy retailers, this will help you stand out (in a good way) but might not be a good idea at stores that are more oriented to adults or the general public.

This is not as important if you're not interviewing, but I do recommend dressing up a little even if you're just picking up applications. You may be able to meet the manager briefly and a good impression there will go a long way.

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• the trick is to know what the associates of that particular store are wearing, and to dress slightly more formal.

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Smile!
A cheery face always gets suck in someones mind because it leaves them happy.

Managers love smile-ers

Good luck :)

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• wear a bow tie-also house is awesome:)

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I always get confused here, can anyone please help me...I have an interview for a government position..

Thank you in advance

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This is an invitation for you to present yourself. There's plenty of advice on the net about how to structure it, but the simplest way is to tell "the story of your working life" and base it on what is in your CV. Spend time in advance thinking about your own story, write it all down, get the facts straight in your head (they will pick up on inconsistencies between what you say and what is in the CV), focus on your achievements and qualities. Practice saying it out loud, preferably to someone else. If you are young and don't have much work history to present, you need to fill it out with other examples of achievements from your education or part-time work that you believe illustrate your particular qualities.

If you haven't thought about this in advance you may come across as flustered and unprepared. Some interviewers are kinder than others and will help you to draw out what they want to know, but if you are up against someone who is better prepared it's not going to do you any favors.

Best of luck

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Job Interview Questions: Yo can I sue this *** at the job interview or what?

i had a job interview k? so they called my name i went in and i sat down. like 2 seconds later the guy doin the interview said NO. and i was like huh what u talkin bout dude? and he said NO again and asked me to leave. Yo what kinda interview was that where i didn't even get asked 1 question. sounds like discrimination to me!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Yes, he was being discriminating, that's the whole point of the hiring/interview process. He was weeding out the losers. Like you. If you had walked into an interview with me and spoke the way you did in this question, you may not have even made it to the sitting position. Cut the gangsta crap and start taking on a more professional attitude if you want to get anywhere. At this rate, I wouldn't even consider you for a position in a convenience store.

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• I have the feeling you dressed wrong for your interview. And no, you can't sue for that.


• No basis for a lawsuit there. Doesn't sound like you'd get along well there anyway.


• Possibly because you dont speak proper english.*facepalm


• Not sure if you can sue but you can make a report with the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and there may be some state employment act against discrimination that can help you take action. Hopefully it won't, but if it ever happens again, demand a reason why.


• It was rather rude of him, but no you cannot sue. You evidently offended him in some way...perhaps your clothes or your attitude? He decided by looking at you that he did not want you for this job. That is his right.


• Ouch. That's mean.
  
  But there's nothing you can do. Maybe you weren't dressed properly or he recognized you from somewhere. You could also use some spelling and grammar lessons.
  
  Sorry.


• That sucks. I would not sue them thats not a good way to try to get another job. There could be excuses he wil give for why they said no to you right away. Hard to prove discrimination.
  
  I had an interview long time ago where things were going okay until he mentioned the area I am from near South Central LA. Interviewer asked about all the GANGS in my area. I don't know what that had to do with anything. I was pissed and I tell everyone not to go there.
  
  good luck on getting job


• Any delusions that this job exists for you and you alone is a self- absorbed, self- centered, and egotistical delusion.
  
  Realize that you are being judged in an interview to see how well you fit in. The entire purpose of the interview is to see if you will show up on time, work well with others and benefit the company.
  
  If the interviewer felt you were wrong for the position, you can politely ask why he thought you shouldn't be considered for the job.
  
  If his answer is that you cannot work well with others because of an attitude- then you will be destined for unemployment for the rest of your life unless you change. Try not threatening companies with lawsuits for no reason as a start.


• Sounds like you better look in a mirror, and perhaps listen to yourself on a recorder. It's YOU not them. You didn't fit what they were looking for, and I bet one pictures would tell most of us what the problem was/is.


• Were you properly clothed? Maybe you forgot to smile? Really, there is only one way to find out and it's by asking him. go back & ask


• What kind of job was the interview for? It sounds like it was a scam and you should report it to the better business bureau.


• Maybe it was because you talk lyke this k? and if you were dressed like a slut, that won't help matters either! I wouldn't employ trash like you! and no you can't sue them!

Job Interview Questions: What is appropriate attire for a job interview at the Hat Shack?

It's a part time job in the mall. Should I really get dressed up or will a nice t-shirt and shorts be a passing grade?

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What are the employees wearing at the Hat Shack? This should be your guide... if they are wearing a nice t-shirt and shorts, do the same. If they are wearing hats and blue jeans, do the same. The most important thing to wear is a great smile :)

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• Never wear shorts to an interview!!! That is highly unprofessional and shows an employer that you are not serious about the job.....Since the company is a bit more laid back, I would suggest wearing business casual. Wear a nice pair of khaki slacks or pants. Instead of a t-shirt, wear a nice button down shirt. You don't want to over dress, but you don't want to look like a slouch either..
  
  Good luck on your interview!


• Wear a polo shirt (with no markings or designer logo's), pair of khaki's and some casual shoes. Never wear t-shirts or shorts to an interview and especially flip flops and sneakers.

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It's usually about 3 weeks (21 days) and if it's after that, if they haven't spoken to you, don't be hopeful.

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• Enough time has gone by that a followup is in order. Just call and ask if the position is still open and if it is ask if you will be scheduled for an interview.


• Never wait for the employer to contact you. Show some initiative and follow up by contacting them.

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So today I went to an interview at Texas Roadhouse to be a Hostess. It was my second one, because on Tuesday was the first interview and the man called me back. Today I had my interview with the Head manager and after asking me questions he said that he had just hired four Hostesses in the past week and they are waiting for things to die down before they hire anybodyy else. He said after the dust settles in about a week or two he might call me back. I'm really disappointed as I really wanted this job. Will he really consider calling me back or is that his way of saying I didn't get the job? And should I call back within a week or two? I'm 16 and this would have been my first job.

Thanks...

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If he says he just hired hostesses in the last week and won't be needing anyone else for a while yet still gave you an interview is a huge red flag that he was just trying to spare your feelings. If he really already had a full staff then he wouldn't have given you the interview.

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• yes. There is nothing strange or illegal here.
  
  He might have hired a few people for the jobs, and is waiting to see how and if they work out. I would call him back in 2 weeks and ask how things are going on.


• sue there asses off for a million dollars!!!!!
  
  THAT IS DISCRIMINATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  
  YOU HAVE RIGHTS!!!!!!!!!!!

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I have a job interview with a prof for a research position tomorrow and I need to decide what to wear. I have a polo shirt and I was wondering which pants would be better?

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Khaki are more professional, especially for your position you want.

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• All the best....I think Khaki pant is better than Jeans...


• definitely khaki pants, they're more formal than jeans. Never walk into a formal interview with jeans on. Good luck.

Job Interview Questions: What should I wear to a job interview at Macy's? What is a group interview?

I have a job interview at Macy's this Wednesday. I don't have slacks, but I do have a plain black dress that can be turned into a skirt that's flowy (I bought it at Macy's). I was told that it's a group interview and I have no idea what that is. This is only my second interview that I have been too and I am 18 years old. Please Help!

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A group interview is usually with a group of applicants that are in the same interview and answering questions. They will ask questions and I would say the ones that are answering or asking the most questions would get the attention and opportunity for a second interview. Make a list of questions and if you are not sure what type of questions to ask, think of situations that you see in the store when you shop. You can also check websites that give interview advice.

Make sure you dress nicely, do not wear perfume or smell of cigarettes, neat hair and not any facial piercings.

Good luck to you.

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• Nice choice on wearing something they sell. As far as the group interview, they will sit you down in a room with a bunch of other applicants, and then discuss and ask basic things infront of all the other people, then usually at the end of that they will go around and have a quick one on one with you then tell you to come for another interview, or let you know they are not interested.
  
  Good Luck!


• Which word is it you do not know - Group or interview? Think about it or you probably will not get hired anyway.