Summer Time Chic

Summer Time Chic is my favorite type of Chic Honey! Check out my summer essentials! I live in Texas so yes the Umbrella is necessary in the Summer.

Bag: Micheal Kors from Macy's

Planner: Lilly Pulitzer-
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Umbrella: Lilly Pulitzer- from Dillards- Out of Stock

How to Land an Interview and Nail It [Part 3]

At the Interview

Important Documents
Be sure to bring a few copies of your Resume, Cover Letter, and Application. You would be surprised how often I have attended an interview to find hey did not print these things out. Having a spare resume allows them to see that you are always prepared. I personally print 3 to 4 copies of each in the case it is a board interviewing me. Your resume is also the map to the route of the interview. They will more than likely question you on things that are on the resume.

Other things to do to send the right signal

• Shake your interviewers hand and thank them for the interview
• Make and keep eye contact
• Speak up, and take your time answering questions

After the interview you wait...

To save yourself a headache be sure to ask "when are they looking to make the final decision on the position". Unfortunately, I have no tips on making them make their decision any faster. 

I hope this series does you some good! If you have any question feel free to ask me and I will help you out as best as I can! 

How to Land an Interview and Nail it [Part 2]

The Interview

Now a day's, receiving an interview is a privilege. Just because you submit paperwork does not mean you are obligated to receive a call to schedule an interview. I'm sure I do not have to say it, but if you do not get an interview, you will not get the job.

When positions open there are usually multiple people wanting the position. To assure you land an interview, it is acceptable to call the employer and check the status of your application. Their response will usually be along the lines of, "we are still reviewing applications and will be reaching out for interviews at another date." They may take your information down, and go search for your application and give you a call back, or they may say "They have reviewed your information and did not see you fit for some reason or another. Regardless of their response at least you know where you stand with that particular company, and can plan your next step accordingly.

Let’s skip to the part where they say, "They have reviewed your documents and want you to come in for an interview in 2 days." In those 2 days you are to do as much research as you possibly can. Find out the core information about the company, also find out things about the interviewer. You want to seem as relatable as possible. Also, have questions about the position prepare. They will ask if you have any questions for them, and this is the time to be engaged in the interview. Let them know by asking these questions you are fully aware of what is required of you. Some things to question are:

• What is my typical work week like?
• What is the training regimen like?
• Who are the people I report to?
• What type of goals were set for people who previously had this position.

Another important task is to check out the attire the staff wears. We are no longer in the day and age where if you want a job you put on your best Sunday Suit and trolley over to your interview. If you dress too upscale you may be considered "over qualified" (yes, as stupid as it sounds you can be overqualified for a position). Me personally, I take note of what the staff is wearing and dress it up a bit.  When in doubt, Women wear a Pencil Skirt that is past the knee with a Blazer and heels. Men, wear a button down and a nice pair of slacks tucked in and belted. Do not be afraid to wear color as you are going to an interview not a funeral. These looks are business casual and should work well with any entry level management position.

** If the position you are applying for is an entry level position such as a cashier, sales associate, food line worker, etc. you should wear a nice pair of Jeans and a nice shirt. These type of jobs usually have a type of uniform for you to wear so this combo is the best for that job.


In Part 3 I will tell you the Must Have you should have at every interview.