Job interview tips, advice, help, etc.

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Originally Posted by Metallover

I wish I had seen this thread a little earlier!

A big new casino was built just across the boarder. I applied and after a few days I called set up an interview. I went in on Monday, 3 days after it opened.

I wore a new pair or khaki shorts and a nice new shirt. Maybe should have worn jeans??

Today's Wednesday, two days later, and I haven't heard back just yet..

I said I could work mornings and into the afternoons, and the guy said they were kinda looking for someone who could work mornings and evenings.

I'm probably sol

Unless you are applying for some type of outdoor job or athletic type place where shorts are the normal dress shorts are a no no to interviews.

Being it was a casino my bet is that the have a semi formal dress environment. Most casinos I have been in have some kind of uniform where the base for men is probably white button down and black slacks then they supply a vest or similar.

Always at least wear pants and a nice polo. Slacks and a button down is best for most jobs. A suit and tie can be necessary for certain jobs however most offices don't dress quite that formally any more.

Every man should have at least two pair of slacks (one black, one khaki) and two to three nice button downs, a nice pair of shoes, and belts. None of this has to be expensive, you can find most of it at Target if needed for less than much of the casual clothing costs now days.

I hate dressing up and despise suits and ties, however, I still have dress clothing for when I need it. I mean, I wear shorts and sandals to church if that tells you anything.