How To Land A Job In The Fashion World

So you’ve found a listing for a fashion job you know you would be perfect for. And lo and behold, you get an interview! You’re over the moon. You freshen up your resume and prepare yourself by rehearsing your answers to possible questions and studying up on the company.

"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." - Confucius

On the day of the interview, what more can you do? It turns out that little things can make a big difference. Here are some essential things you can do to tip the scales in your favor.

Give A Good (Never Limp) Handshake

When your interviewer extends her hand to shake yours, make sure you rise from your seat and give a good, firm (but not bone-crushing) handshake in return. Do not give a limp weak handshake, I repeat do not do this. Nothing screams I am not worth talking to more than a limp handshake. Does this sound harsh? Maybe, but it is the truth .

Dress For The Job You Want

Even if jeans are allowed on a day-to-day basis, do dress up for your interview. Showing the interview that the job is important to you by wearing your best professional clothing can only work in your favor. 

Watch Your Body Language

Stand up straight, sit tall and don’t shuffle your feet. Feel free to gesture, but don’t make it to flamboyant. People want to work with others who are expressive and look comfortable with themselves. Avoid touching your face especially your nose or covering your mouth when speaking, this is the number one sign someone is not telling the truth. 

Turn Off Your Phone And All Other Devices

Before you go into the interview, turn your phone off. Even a vibrating noise can be distracting during an interview. Whatever it is, it can wait until after the interview ends. Nothing screams "I don't care" more than an interruption that you caused. 

Be Polite To Everyone You Meet

You know that saying that how your date treats the waiter and his mother is how he will treat you in 10 years? That saying also holds true for the receptionist, secretary, and anyone else you meet at your potential new office. Be polite to everyone you meet on the day of the interview. You never know who will have input in whether or not you get hired.

Don’t Interrupt

They say that as rare as good speakers are, good listeners are even more so. When you are speaking with your interviewer or potential boss, be sure to let that person finish his or her thoughts before jumping in with your own ideas. We all know how enthusiastic you are about the position and about your ideas, and although your passion is appreciated, do let the boss finish talking before regaling her with all of your future plans for the company.

Be As Succinct As Possible When Questioned

The interviewer has likely only allotted you a certain amount of time for an interview. You want him to be able to get though all his questions. When he does ask you a question, don’t get sidetracked about the time something happened at your old job. Answer the question and elaborate if he asks or if it is really applicable.

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Let Your Passion Shine Through

You’re excited about the job, and think you can add a lot to the company. Don’t be afraid to show that enthusiasm. People want to work with others who want to be at that workplace. Be sure to spend some time researching the company you want to work for.

One question I absolutely love asking as an employer during interviews is "What do you know about Bikini Luxe". If my new potential hire has not taken the time to do some research it speaks volumes about how hard they are going to work for me!

Don’t Ever Badmouth Your Former Company

I can not stress this point enough. When speaking about the places you used to work, do so respectfully, even if you weren’t happy with the way things were. As You don’t want a potential future employer to wonder about your loyalty. I have passed on more than a few potential hires after hearing them speak ill of their former employers. 

Stick to these simple rules and you will nail that job interview.

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Candice Galek is a young Female entrepreneur who has a knack for asking the question, "Why?" Cuban coffee connoisseur, INC Columnist, and hobby tennis player. Making my dreams a reality multiple projects at a time. More info at http://www.bikiniluxe.com

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