5 Ways To Nail That Job Interview: Hollywood Style

5. Dress The Part

Mark Twain uttered the immortal phrase "clothes maketh the man..." Technically Mark, a penis doth maketh the man, but let's not digress, he had a point even if it is not 100% biologically accurate. Turning up to a job interview looking like you are a post-apocalyptic, radioactive infected survivor from some 1970's disaster movie isn't going to start you off on the right foot. Appearance is important and you need to be able to blend in with the established workers, fit the employer's corporate image and give off the impression that you could belong there if given the opportunity. This is probably not the best time to start experimenting with new facial hair styles, fake accents or that versatile poncho jacket that doubles as a carpet. Subtle, smart and for god sake, above all clean. Guys think Charlie Sheen in Wall Street, suited and booted as apposed to Charlie Sheen in Two and a Half Men. While I agree that shorts, bowling shirt and deck shoes capped off with an open beer in hand and an intoxicated stare is a look, it's not really an employable one. Women, think subtle, smart and sophisticated as apposed to anything similar to Melanie Griffith's massive shoulder pads from the 80's fest that is "Working Girl." Avoid leather and leopard print at all costs unless you are applying for a job at the Rovers Return. Save your cutting edge/Lady GaGa outfits until after you get the job. Dress to impress, but in context. Above all else, don't wear a tuxedo.