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Wow my little perfume/cologne comment took off and needs a thread.
I would err on the side of caution and not use perfume on an interview. Imagine if something like that cost you a job--because you imperiously felt as if you just HAD to spritz on perfume?
I have no sympathy for anyone that dresses like a shlemiel for an interview. Dressing appropriately and arriving on time are typically the easiest parts of the interview. If you aren't doing that why are you even showing up and wasting your time and gas?
Last edited by MSchemist80; 04-15-2013 at 01:07 PM..
Even WITHOUT classes in high school, how does one get to be 21 or 22 years old and not have enough sense to dress for a job interview? Were they living in the forest or desert all their lives with no TV or outside contact with other humans? At a minimum, this is something PARENTS should probably tell their children when their kid goes for their first job, but I realize not all parents do their job. Still, you'd think the basics would be picked up at some point just by living.
You'd be shocked and amazed at the number of urban kids who are absolutely clueless about the interview process, including common sense thinking such as dressing in your best for the interview. They have no idea what the words "business attire" and "business casual" means.
You'd be shocked and amazed at the number of urban kids who are absolutely clueless about the interview process, including common sense thinking such as dressing in your best for the interview. They have no idea what the words "business attire" and "business casual" means.
Read a few posts and did learn a few things. Being a former employer.... appearance is a major factor.
On the high heels issue recall an episode on "Dr House" where a very attractive prospective Female MD wore high heels and was rejected by Dr House.......the heels were a turn off for him considering the jobs needs.
I look at that as being immaterial considering the foot comfort level will vary from one person to the next...we are different.
On another note decades ago my teenage stepson was looking for a part time position in a Grocery store.
Being in the industry told him to wear a whit shirt and a tie.
The 2nd chain store he applied too hired him on the spot.......reason MGR gave was that my stepson was dressed and ready to work.
Are you really willing to take the chance? I'm not going to tell you that I'm allergic to most perfumes, I'd hope that the candidate had the common sense to not wear any, regardless of how mild it might be. Seriously, anyone who shows up where I can smell them--be it perfume, smoke, booze, salami, or anything else, they aren't getting interviewed.
If they can't smell it, then it shouldn't be such a big deal, right?
So what if someone comes in with a deodorant you can smell? What, you're not going to give them a chance because the deodorant is too strong? Or tell them they shouldn't wear deodorant?
I'm sorry, if you can't SMELL my perfume and it doesn't bother you, then I don't see what's the big deal. Now that's being overly picky.
If they can't smell it, then it shouldn't be such a big deal, right?
So what if someone comes in with a deodorant you can smell? What, you're not going to give them a chance because the deodorant is too strong? Or tell them they shouldn't wear deodorant?
I'm sorry, if you can't SMELL my perfume and it doesn't bother you, then I don't see what's the big deal. Now that's being overly picky.
How do you know I can't smell it though? You don't. most people have no idea if their perfume can be smelled by others or not--and asking someone you are around often and who is used to your smell won't work.
If someone was wearing deodorant that was strong enough that I could smell it, no job for them. There are unscented brands that will work just as well as that AXE crap.
If they can't smell it, then it shouldn't be such a big deal, right?
So what if someone comes in with a deodorant you can smell? What, you're not going to give them a chance because the deodorant is too strong? Or tell them they shouldn't wear deodorant?
I'm sorry, if you can't SMELL my perfume and it doesn't bother you, then I don't see what's the big deal. Now that's being overly picky.
Interesting because if it's going to be really hot I used extra anti perspirant but I have never had a complaint and during interviews I am wearing a full suit so you wouldn't notice the fragrance anyway.
Interesting because if it's going to be really hot I used extra anti perspirant but I have never had a complaint and during interviews I am wearing a full suit so you wouldn't notice the fragrance anyway.
Certain antiperspirants have a very strong scent that would come through a suit. Old Spice and AXE both come to mind. I don't find the Old Spice offensive although I would question wearing something that strong smelling to an interview, the AXE is noxious.
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