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Upcoming interview Updated
Posted on 11/18/14 at 11:24 pm
Posted on 11/18/14 at 11:24 pm
I really didn't where else to post this hope you guys don't mind. I will be graduating college in May and I am beginning to go on job interviews. I have a beard that is full and trimmed fairly short. I am trying to decide on whether shave it or not for an upcoming interview. I am in chemical engineering and the job is for a company that does engineering solutions if that matters any.
To shave or not to shave?
I went clean shaven and got a job offer. It was the right choice.
To shave or not to shave?
I went clean shaven and got a job offer. It was the right choice.
This post was edited on 12/5/14 at 11:12 pm
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Posted on 11/18/14 at 11:26 pm to PLaneTiger
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To shave
Posted on 11/19/14 at 12:15 am to PLaneTiger
Not even close, shave. If you asked, you really already know the answer.
Engineering is the last vestige of the old boys' club. (Read: white dudes' club)
How would old white dudes be most comfortable with you? That's your target presentation for an interview.
Engineering is the last vestige of the old boys' club. (Read: white dudes' club)
How would old white dudes be most comfortable with you? That's your target presentation for an interview.
This post was edited on 11/19/14 at 12:17 am
Posted on 11/19/14 at 5:45 am to PLaneTiger
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shave
Posted on 11/19/14 at 6:46 am to PLaneTiger
I would shave then once I got the job, gauge how others cone into work before growing beard again. Although I cant grow a nice even beard so I always have to shave.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 6:57 am to PLaneTiger
Shave the beard.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 9:44 am to PLaneTiger
Let me just add that since you are going into chem-e, are you going to have to go to plants and whatnot for on-site work? Many plants don't allow anyone to have a beard.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 10:08 am to PLaneTiger
If its clean, no one will care. Safe bet is to shave if you think you're likely the best candidate. However if it looks good, someone may also have a beard and appreciate you appearance. I have to be honest that's it likely meaningless.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 10:49 am to PLaneTiger
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To shave or not to shave?
What is your GPA?
Posted on 11/19/14 at 1:01 pm to PLaneTiger
If the firm does work for Industrial plants you will most likely have to shave anyway to go in the plant.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 1:19 pm to PLaneTiger
Just shave it off. How long would it take you to grow the beard back? Shave it off and then grow it back...not very difficult.
Posted on 11/19/14 at 2:18 pm to PLaneTiger
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How would old white dudes be most comfortable with you? That's your target presentation for an interview.
This.
We turned a perfect candidate down not too long ago because the guy had those earring/plugs. He missed out because one person didn't like him; the top dog who is conservative old white dude. Now the ole white dude in question was very vague on his reasoning but it was pretty clear he didn't like the way the guy looked.
My general advice to you is hide tattoos, no piercings, shave, clean haircut. Yes sir No sir to everyone you meet. Firm handshake, good eye contact. All the old stereotypes. Once you get in the door and they know you're a rockstar then you can start dressing like one.(maybe)
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