Dressing for eurocontrol interview
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Dressing for eurocontrol interview
Hi.
I would like some input from peope that have gone throught Eurocontrol interview process. Since you know what kind of atmosphere is during the interview, how do you feel one should dress for looking presentably, but not ovedressed. My main concern is that they say "don't prepare for selection process" so I woudn't want to come by as a try-hard.
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I would like some input from peope that have gone throught Eurocontrol interview process. Since you know what kind of atmosphere is during the interview, how do you feel one should dress for looking presentably, but not ovedressed. My main concern is that they say "don't prepare for selection process" so I woudn't want to come by as a try-hard.
Thank you.
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Nipple rings, Stockings and Mini Skirt....and Heavy Make up
IF you are female, a smart "Trouser Suit" and "discrete" make up
Seriously, "Smart Casual" usually fits the bill
Male..."Reasonable" hair, Smart trousers, clean shirt, nice shoes....
Lady...Be "Comfortable"
Seen a lot of aspirants....usually Mr/Mrs/Ms "Avereage" succeeds
Good luck
IF you are female, a smart "Trouser Suit" and "discrete" make up
Seriously, "Smart Casual" usually fits the bill
Male..."Reasonable" hair, Smart trousers, clean shirt, nice shoes....
Lady...Be "Comfortable"
Seen a lot of aspirants....usually Mr/Mrs/Ms "Avereage" succeeds
Good luck
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Reading through the Eurocontrol Testing and Interviews thread might give you some more answers.
The nipple rings and miniskirt always did it for me - especially in combination with stockings and suspenders
. Maybe the reason I didn't do more interviews. That and an inability to stay awake.
Chiglet's serious advice is about right.
The nipple rings and miniskirt always did it for me - especially in combination with stockings and suspenders
. Maybe the reason I didn't do more interviews. That and an inability to stay awake.Chiglet's serious advice is about right.
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Thanks, but here in Croatia Mr. Average would be somebody in a jeans and regular t-shirt, not somebody dresses in khakis and button up shirt. That's why I am asking.
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When I did my interview in the final stage, the vast majority wore a suit (there were no females in my stage 2). I wore smart pants and a shirt... and... I was not successful. I know that two of the suited men passed... so... now I regret not wearing that suit (maybe I would have been luckier!!).
Seriously, if I were you, I would wear a suit, with a discrete shirt and tie... There will be people who will wear it too, so you will not feel like being overdressed. When I did my interview and saw how people were dressed, I felt really underdressed...
Hope that helps... Good luck anyway!!!
Seriously, if I were you, I would wear a suit, with a discrete shirt and tie... There will be people who will wear it too, so you will not feel like being overdressed. When I did my interview and saw how people were dressed, I felt really underdressed...
Hope that helps... Good luck anyway!!!
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In the "UK", the standard dress code for men [at least] seems to be smart[ish] trousers and an open necked shirt [long or short sleeved, as you will]
If in doubt dress up a bit...but be subtle
Good Luck
If in doubt dress up a bit...but be subtle
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Maybe I'm being old-fashioned, but I've NEVER been to an interview in anything other than a suit and tie. It is highly unlikely that anyone will be marked down for looking "too professional", and getting it wrong by being too casual carries the suggestion of a lack of respect for the interviewer and/or the organisation.
If in doubt, wear a suit. It'll come in handy for weddings, funerals and court appearances too.
If in doubt, wear a suit. It'll come in handy for weddings, funerals and court appearances too.
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Nothing less than a suit and tie or at least a smart blazer with pressed trousers to match and for the wimin make it smart and formal.
Anyone who turns up for any interview that matters, wearing an open necked shirt, of God forbid short sleeves, clearly doesn't give a toss about standards and doesn't deserve to get in the door.
Anyone who turns up for any interview that matters, wearing an open necked shirt, of God forbid short sleeves, clearly doesn't give a toss about standards and doesn't deserve to get in the door.
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A rubber gimp suit usually goes down a treat.
Definately no denim. I wore a a suit, but i think you could give the blazer a miss if you wanted to be slightly more casual but still acceptable.
Definately no denim. I wore a a suit, but i think you could give the blazer a miss if you wanted to be slightly more casual but still acceptable.
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I had the interview today and I wore a suite too. At the end I don't think it really matters what you are wearing although if make a good first impression it can only help you.
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Gotta agree with Niknak.
Suit, shirt and tie but nothing flash, just smart. Make the effort, you won't look "too keen" whatever that means.
You can revert to flip flops and shorts once valid
Suit, shirt and tie but nothing flash, just smart. Make the effort, you won't look "too keen" whatever that means.
You can revert to flip flops and shorts once valid
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For Gods sake wear a suit and look smart.
At my final interview I was the ONLY one to wear a suit, and strangely enough the only one to get a job!
There was a Greek guy wearing baggy trousers and a t-shirt and some others wearing jeans and open neck shirts.
Put it this way; wearing a suit won't get you the job - not wearing a suit can contribute to not getting it.
Its your one chance to make an impression, dont waste it -and despite what some might say/what impression might be given looking smart at the tests/interviews is important.
At my final interview I was the ONLY one to wear a suit, and strangely enough the only one to get a job!
There was a Greek guy wearing baggy trousers and a t-shirt and some others wearing jeans and open neck shirts.
Put it this way; wearing a suit won't get you the job - not wearing a suit can contribute to not getting it.
Its your one chance to make an impression, dont waste it -and despite what some might say/what impression might be given looking smart at the tests/interviews is important.
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One of my peers turned up for a Team Leader interview dressed in shorts, thongs (flip flops or jandals in some parts of the world) and a T shirt emblazoned with the words "I choked Linda Lovelace"... but it was in the Antipodes
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Some general tips on how to dress: It's not what you wear, it's how you wear it, and how you groom.
Make sure all your garments are clean, wrinkle-free, and well fitting. Make sure your shirt is ironed, all the buttons are in. If you're wearing cufflinks, wear it on a cufflink shirt, not on a cheap combo shirt. If you wear a tie, make sure your top button is closed, that the tie is clean and wrinkle-free, and the knot size matches your collar type (big knot for cut-away etc). A tie bar is optional. Button-down collars are imho tacky. Make sure your belt is not too long and not to short. Make sure your shoes are polished, and that your socks are matching and dark. Make sure you don't have stuff bulging from your pockets. Use a perfume-free deodorant, and if you must, a small hint of cologne. If you can smell it, it's too much. Make sure your hair is nicely cut, but not cut the day before. More important than coming/pomading/whatever is to make sure that also the neck fluff is tidied up. Obviously brush your teeth and use mouthwash. A piece of gum or a breath mint may be handy if this is not possible after a meal.
Do this, and wear whatever you want, and you'll be fine.
However, it's imperative that you dress for the occasion. Don't overdress with regards to the one you are meeting; some times you want to come across as the stronger part, but more often you may gain on dressing a bit below the other person; it shows respect. But never dress below your own self respect.
Make sure all your garments are clean, wrinkle-free, and well fitting. Make sure your shirt is ironed, all the buttons are in. If you're wearing cufflinks, wear it on a cufflink shirt, not on a cheap combo shirt. If you wear a tie, make sure your top button is closed, that the tie is clean and wrinkle-free, and the knot size matches your collar type (big knot for cut-away etc). A tie bar is optional. Button-down collars are imho tacky. Make sure your belt is not too long and not to short. Make sure your shoes are polished, and that your socks are matching and dark. Make sure you don't have stuff bulging from your pockets. Use a perfume-free deodorant, and if you must, a small hint of cologne. If you can smell it, it's too much. Make sure your hair is nicely cut, but not cut the day before. More important than coming/pomading/whatever is to make sure that also the neck fluff is tidied up. Obviously brush your teeth and use mouthwash. A piece of gum or a breath mint may be handy if this is not possible after a meal.
Do this, and wear whatever you want, and you'll be fine.
However, it's imperative that you dress for the occasion. Don't overdress with regards to the one you are meeting; some times you want to come across as the stronger part, but more often you may gain on dressing a bit below the other person; it shows respect. But never dress below your own self respect.
