INTERVIEWING AND SALARY NEGOTIATION

Interviewing
Professional Dress
Salary Negotiation

1. INTERVIEWING:
Interviewing: Strategies for Success
Try the Perfect Interview, an online simulated interview tool provided by University Career Services
Participate in a Behavioral Interviewing Workshop
Schedule a mock interview with a SOM Career Consultant or an employer during Interview Practice with Employers

SOM Career Services Library Resources:
The SOM Career Services Library is located in the Office of Academic and Career Services, Enterprise Hall, Suite 008. The following resources assist SOM students with interviewing.

Books:
201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview
Case Interview (Vault Guide)
Case in Point: Complete Case Interview Preparation
Ace your Case! The WetFeet Insider Guide to Consulting Interviews
Knock ‘em Dead: Great answers to 200 tough interview questions
How to Get Interviews from Classified Job Ads
Case Interviews (Vault Reports)
24 Hours to the Perfect Interview
Behavior-Based Interviewing

Dining Etiquette:
Review the following resources for assistance with appropriate dinning etiquette and behavior:

About.com Interview Etiquette
VT Dining Etiquette

2. PROFESSIONAL DRESS
Appropriate interview attire is an essential aspect of the job search process. Your image conveys your professionalism and your understanding of the industry in which you are trying to be employed. Wearing inappropriate dress can have an effect on whether or not you receive a second interview, or even a job!

Men
DO! Conservative dark navy, black or gray two piece suit Clean and polished conservative dress shoes Long-sleeved button-down dress shirt Well-brushed teeth/fresh breath Cleaned and trimmed fingernails Bring a briefcase or a professional folder	DON’T! Excessive cologne Gum, candy, or other objects in your mouth Wrinkled or dirty clothing Tie with flashy colors or patterns Visible body piercing White socks

Women

DO!

Conservative skirted or pant suit
Closed-toe shoes with a conservative heel
Cleaned and trimmed fingernails
Keep skirt length a little below the knee
Well-brushed teeth/fresh breath
Clothing should be ironed and clean
Pantyhose

DON’T!

Strong perfume
Excessive, large or flashy jewelry
Low cut or sleeveless tops
Excessive make-up
Visible body piercing beyond ear piercing
Gum, candy or other objects in the mouth
Clothing revealing the stomach or midriff

Online Resources for Professional Dress:
EIU Professional Dress
VT Interview Attire
WSU Dress to Impress
About.com Dressing for Success

3. SALARY NEGOTIATION

Salary Negotiation Tips:
Get an overview of how to negotiate your salary
Listen to podcasts on salary negotation:
(To play podcasts, open the file in Windows Media Player, QuickTime, or another similar MP3 player.)

Salary Negotation Podcast 1: James Barricelli, Assistant Director of Employer Relations at University Career Services, provides tips on calling the employer to negotiate salary.
Salary Negotiation Podcast 2: James Barricelli, Assistant Director of Employer Relations at University Career Services, provides tips on negotiating salary for internships and entry-level jobs.

Online Resources for Researching Salaries:
Riley Guide
Salary Expert

Salary.com

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