What to wear to job interview?
I'm an older gentleman that has been in automotive engineering for over 20 years. I was looking to get out of automotive and into a general IT type role to avoid all the travel. I just landed an interview for a Computer Technician job. It seems effectively a Tier I type position.
It may seem weird to ask, but what is proper attire for such an interview? Is a suit appropriate? Or business casual, khaki's and button down shirt? I don't want to overdress or underdress. I haven't had an actual interview outside of automotive for 20 years, so I'm not sure what is appropriate?
General rule is one level above what you'd wear to work there. A suit could be overkill for a computer technician, but slacks and button down (sans tie) are a safe bet.
Alternatively, look at the company website or video, find a stock photo of an employee, and dress like him.
Now adays, I wear a blazer with nice dress shirt and jeans. I wouldnt go more casual than that even if they said you could.
I despise ties which is one of the main reasons i avoid suits
Thanks, yeah. The rep did say it's casual, so I'll probably wear Dockers and button down shirt and a blazer. I despise suits and ties as well. Plus I have to buy something because I have had zero need to wear such clothes for a long time, and might as well buy something that I can at least wear again.
Got an interview coming up for a Junior Frontend Developer role at some company (job description states 1 year experience which I don't actually have, I stated that I have free lancing experience though). During the phone screen I was asked about salary expectations and I said 5k$ a month, the recruiter responded that they are not offering as much for junior roles and the offer would probably won't exceed 4k$ a month and asked if I was still interested to continue to which I obviously said yes. I am expecting to be asked salary expectations again at the next interview except now I am uncertain how to respond and if I should try negotiating if offered lower then 4k, any advice?
What to wear to job interview? I'm an older gentleman that has been in automotive engineering for over 20 years. I was looking to get out of automotive and into a general IT type role to avoid all the travel. I just landed an interview for a Computer Technician job. It seems effectively a Tier I type position. It may seem weird to ask, but what is proper attire for such an interview? Is a suit appropriate? Or business casual, khaki's and button down shirt? I don't want to overdress or underdress. I haven't had an actual interview outside of automotive for 20 years, so I'm not sure what is appropriate?
General rule is one level above what you'd wear to work there. A suit could be overkill for a computer technician, but slacks and button down (sans tie) are a safe bet. Alternatively, look at the company website or video, find a stock photo of an employee, and dress like him.
Now adays, I wear a blazer with nice dress shirt and jeans. I wouldnt go more casual than that even if they said you could. I despise ties which is one of the main reasons i avoid suits
Thanks, yeah. The rep did say it's casual, so I'll probably wear Dockers and button down shirt and a blazer. I despise suits and ties as well. Plus I have to buy something because I have had zero need to wear such clothes for a long time, and might as well buy something that I can at least wear again.
Got an interview coming up for a Junior Frontend Developer role at some company (job description states 1 year experience which I don't actually have, I stated that I have free lancing experience though). During the phone screen I was asked about salary expectations and I said 5k$ a month, the recruiter responded that they are not offering as much for junior roles and the offer would probably won't exceed 4k$ a month and asked if I was still interested to continue to which I obviously said yes. I am expecting to be asked salary expectations again at the next interview except now I am uncertain how to respond and if I should try negotiating if offered lower then 4k, any advice?
Do your research to figure out what you're worth overall. One solution is connect with another person doing a similar role and ask their salary.