The Subtle Art of First Impressions
Listen up, professionals! There’s something crucial we need to chat about. When gearing up for that pivotal job interview, you might think that a splash of your favourite scent will elevate your game. Think again!
The Scented Slip-up
It’s easy to underestimate the power of fragrance. But imagine this: you just nailed the interview, and all the recruiter remembers is the overpowering aroma you left behind. Whether it’s the most elite perfume or a budget fragrance, if it makes your interviewer gasp for fresh air, you’ve done your candidacy a disservice.
Remember, it’s not a date night; it’s a professional encounter! Envisioning your choice of scent as the secret sauce to charm your way into a job? It’s time to hit the reset button on that notion.
Smoking Signals and Other Alerts
And for those who think a quick smoke pre-interview is the perfect solution to jittery nerves: think again. Rather than appearing cool and collected, you walk into the interview room wrapped in an unwanted smoky aura. The takeaway? It’s better to leave certain habits at the door.
Allergies and Sensitivities: Show Some Respect
It’s not just about preferences. Consider this: your interviewer might be allergic or sensitive to strong fragrances. Beyond health concerns, they might just prefer not to be engulfed in your personal cloud of aroma. Keeping it minimal shows consideration and respect.
Wrapping It Up
Job interviews are all about showcasing your professional skills and personality. Don’t let an overpowering scent steal the spotlight. Aim for a neutral, fresh vibe, and let your talents do the talking!
Love this post by @GayleHoward "Don't leave them wilting in your wake" http://is.gd/4Z3iX
Love this post by @GayleHoward "Don't leave them wilting in your wake" http://is.gd/4Z3iX
Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
Good advice. RT @gaylehoward Don’t leave them wilting in your wake | The Executive Brand Blog http://bit.ly/2pYj9D
Perfect.
Is it the same down there? Seems like the recent college graduates are THE worst. You would think that mom or dad would say “Son, you smell, er, I mean stink. Wash some of that off.” But they don’t. Bigger issues.
But…even worse…the sixteen year old going to the prom.
Here is the question for the ‘seasoned’ interviewer? What if you like the candidate? Do you tell him (this is a male problem, right?) for the next interview that he should use a more subtle scent? At what point does the interviewer help the candidate? Assuming he has some real skills other than smelling like a testament to ode de toilet?
Perfect.
Is it the same down there? Seems like the recent college graduates are THE worst. You would think that mom or dad would say “Son, you smell, er, I mean stink. Wash some of that off.” But they don’t. Bigger issues.
But…even worse…the sixteen year old going to the prom.
Here is the question for the ‘seasoned’ interviewer? What if you like the candidate? Do you tell him (this is a male problem, right?) for the next interview that he should use a more subtle scent? At what point does the interviewer help the candidate? Assuming he has some real skills other than smelling like a testament to ode de toilet?
RT @Keppie_Careers: Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
RT @Keppie_Careers: Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
RT @KeppieCareers Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective. Good point
RT @KeppieCareers Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective. Good point
Good advice. RT @gaylehoward Don’t leave them wilting in your wake | The Executive Brand Blog http://bit.ly/2pYj9D
Good advice. RT @gaylehoward Don’t leave them wilting in your wake | The Executive Brand Blog http://bit.ly/2pYj9D
RT @Keppie_Careers Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective. Good point
RT @Keppie_Careers Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective. Good point
Great message. This is also good advice for sales people who get the opportunity to meet potential clients face-to-face or attend business/social networking events.
RT @Keppie_Careers: Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
RT @Keppie_Careers: Don't be a smelly job seeker! via @gaylehoward http://short.to/xmsl #careercollective
Great message. This is also good advice for sales people who get the opportunity to meet potential clients face-to-face or attend business/social networking events.
RT @Keppie_Careers. I couldn't agree more! Don't overwhelm the interviewer with strong scents! http://ow.ly/E42G #jobsearch
RT @Keppie_Careers. I couldn't agree more! Don't overwhelm the interviewer with strong scents! http://ow.ly/E42G #jobsearch
Good post with good advice. Lots of people overlook the small things such as having clean nails, perfume scent overload, clean shave, & so much more. Often times people (especially recent college grads) hardly know how to show up to an interview early and prepared; yet alone clean and professional. Also often lack the knowledge or perhaps tact to be aware of others observations and perhaps allergies. You can never have a 2nd chance to make a 1st impression.
Cheers!
Good post with good advice. Lots of people overlook the small things such as having clean nails, perfume scent overload, clean shave, & so much more. Often times people (especially recent college grads) hardly know how to show up to an interview early and prepared; yet alone clean and professional. Also often lack the knowledge or perhaps tact to be aware of others observations and perhaps allergies. You can never have a 2nd chance to make a 1st impression.
Cheers!
We all already know this, right? RT @gaylehoward Don’t leave them wilting in your wake | The Executive Brand Blog http://bit.ly/2pYj9D
We all already know this, right? RT @gaylehoward Don’t leave them wilting in your wake | The Executive Brand Blog http://bit.ly/2pYj9D
Thanks GL. I wonder if anyone in the recruiting sector would have the intestinal fortitude to be so frank with a job seeker? My guess is no!
Thanks Jim for your post too. Absolutely true for sales professionals too. In fact anyone who has to interact with others (jobseekers are in that category as they are selling themselves!)
Love your gravatar Brian! What you say is true about making an impression. I wrote a blog about that sort of thing a few weeks ago here: http://www.theexecutivebrand.com/2009/10/08/what-the-heck-are-you-doing/
Thanks GL. I wonder if anyone in the recruiting sector would have the intestinal fortitude to be so frank with a job seeker? My guess is no!
Thanks Jim for your post too. Absolutely true for sales professionals too. In fact anyone who has to interact with others (jobseekers are in that category as they are selling themselves!)
Love your gravatar Brian! What you say is true about making an impression. I wrote a blog about that sort of thing a few weeks ago here: http://www.theexecutivebrand.com/2009/10/08/what-the-heck-are-you-doing/
Don’t leave them wilting in your wake: You’re big boys and girls. I really, really shouldn’t .. http://bit.ly/6SpVQh
Don’t leave them wilting in your wake: You’re big boys and girls. I really, really shouldn’t .. http://bit.ly/6SpVQh