What do Your Clothes Say About Your Personal Brand?

Tweet Pin It Most people will judge your ability, trustworthiness, and character in under a quarter of a second. Based solely on your clothing choices, personal grooming habits, and physical appearance, potential clients, supervisors, interviewers, and even significant others will make assumptions about you. While you can change their assessments over time, it might take a while, and you may have already missed your chance at displaying your personal brand in the best way possible. ...

6 Things Not to Wear to Your Next Job Interview

Tweet Pin It I love making a fashion statement as much as anyone, and you can bet when you see me out on a Friday night, I will stick out like a brightly-colored man-sicle in any bar I frequent. That being said, there’s a time for dressing for attention, and it’s definitely not in your next job interview. Here are six examples (three for men and three for women) of things that I wouldn’t recommend ...

6 Creative Ways to Use Pinterest in Your Job Search

Tweet Pin It I’m an avowed Pinsomniac. Heck, I’ve even got the t-shirt to prove it! While Pinterest is undoubtedly a lot of fun, and a great way to collect wardrobe, home improvement, and decorating ideas, it can definitely be used to advance your personal brand and enhance your job search. Here are six creative ways that you could be using Pinterest to help you get a job: 1. Interview attire board Every now and ...

Six Ways to Make Your Wardrobe Reflect Your Ability and Your Personality

Tweet Pin It You want people – especially potential employers – to know that you are a serious and professional job seeker, right? Of course you do, but that doesn’t mean you can’t reflect a bit of your own personal brand in your choice of wardrobe. Here are six ways you can personalize your job interviewing attire without raising any eyebrows. 1. Know the company and position Every company’s culture is different. If possible, talk ...