Presentation for the Interview

The first impression is what counts. An interview is a ‘make or break’ situation for even the most experienced interviewee. Studies have shown that it may not always be the person who is most qualified that gets the job, but the person the interviewer relates to the most.

Your appearance will make an immediate impression when meeting people for the first time. Statistically it has been shown that an impression is formed within the first 30 seconds and the impact we make is via:

• The way we dress, act and walk through the door (55%)
• The quality of our voice, grammar and overall confidence (38%)
• What we actually say (7%).

With this information in mind it is easy to see why it is vital that you dress appropriately for an interview. Present in a professional, tidy manner that is appropriate to the environment and culture of the organisation. It is always better to dress up than to dress down – you never get a second chance at a first impression.