When you are dressing for a job interview the image you present is really important, even if you're applying for a part-time job at a local store. Your image is what makes the first impression on the interviewer, so it's important to dress appropriately when interviewing.
Regardless of the type of job you're interested in, you want that first impression to be a great one. When dressing for an interview for a professional position, dress accordingly in business attire.
If you're applyng for a job in a more casual environment, a store or restaurant, for example, it's still important to be neat, tidy, and well-groomed, and to present a positive image to the employer.
What do you do when you can't afford interview attire? There are organizations that help disadvantaged job seekers dress appropriately for an interview and prepare to interview effectively.
There are, of course, some things you shouldn't wear to any job interview, even though, believe it or not, some people don't seem to think it matters what you wear. I've seen people show up in clothes that I don't think I'd wear anywhere in public.
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Thanks Alison for the helpful tips! When that big interview comes around, many people blank on what to wear. It’s great that you include what to wear for a more casual interview as well, where the dress code can be a bit nebulous.