Looking for a new job involves being attractive to potential employers. Self employed persons who need to gain contracts or make sales with new clients also should be concerned about their appearance. Having the right experience, knowledge, degree, and skill set may be overlooked if you remind the interviewer of their great aunt or uncle. Here are three tips on how to look younger when seeking out new employment.
Many job seekers unknowingly look old. Updating hair, clothes, and make up is essential for taking five years or more off calendar age. Mature skin sometimes may simply need to be hydrated. Choosing water over caffeinated drinks is important. Skin appears plumper and wrinkles will be less pronounced. Start to exercise daily. Exercising will help to release endorphins and promote an overall good feeling. This can help boost confidence and create mental clarity.
Business Casual Clothing
Think about the types of business clothes that will be worn to the interview or initial meeting. It is better to be overdressed, than too casual. Purchasing a modern three piece suit in a flattering fabric can greatly expand a wardrobe.
Breaking up a suit by wearing a blazer and jeans or khakis with a crisp button front shirt is an example of business casual. Purchase a few new outfits that fit body shape and select colors that flatter skin tone.
Hide Flaws
Wear concealer to hide age spots and skin discolorations that may give away calendar age. Women should update their nail polish color and hair style. Manicures can help keep the hands youthful in appearance. If there are a lot of age spots on the hands, use tinted moisturizer to disguise the spots.
Updating a hair style does not have to expensive. Consider using natural hair dyes to cover grey hair. If the hair is currently damaged from perms or hair relaxers try temporary hair color rinses. Lace front wigs and half wigs are great to cover any areas of the scalp that are experiencing thinning or balding.
Foundation Garments
Wearing a foundation garment can give the appearance of a smaller stomach, lifted thighs, and a youthful bosom. A supportive bra will bring the breast up directly in between the elbow and shoulder blade. Consider having a professional bra fitting to ensure the right size bra is purchased. Girdles are available to men and women and can smooth out a protruding belly. Both men and women can benefit from choosing foundation garments that conceal figure flaws.
Job Interview Questions
Prepare for the interview in advance by reading up on the company that is giving the interview. Read trade journals, magazines, and books that will quickly update the current state of the industry. Being able to properly respond to questions regarding the job is important. One well thought out response to an interview question can result in a call for a second interview or immediate hire.
A makeover can help boost confidence, and increase the chances of getting hired. The Age Discrimination in Employees Act does protect all workers forty and over from unfair hiring and work practices based on age. Use these tips to look younger, and increase job opportunities.
Website: Age Discrimination in Employees Act (Accessed August 2, 2010).
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