I Have A Job Interview Tomorrow - The DIS Discussion Forums

BeachGirlFLA · 11-23-2009, 12:43 PM

I currently have a job, however this is a better opportunity. For one thing, I'd be working outside of the house and for another it pays much better. The interview is for either an Inventory Clerk or an Accounts Payable Clerk at a company that makes golf carts. One really cool thing about the job is that there's a dog that someone brings in. The only problem that I can think of is that I've been told to act like a Type A personality in the job interview (the job is through a temp firm but is a temp-to-hire job) and that's so not me. I've also been told that it's fine for me to wear jeans to the interview because of the atmosphere there. Anybody have any suggestions?

princess momma · 11-23-2009, 12:45 PM

I wouldn't wear jeans, even if the temp agency told you it was ok.

erincon23 · 11-23-2009, 12:47 PM

First, don't wear jeans, no matter what you've been told. Dress nicely, and then you can dress down after you've gotten the job. You want them to believe you're taking this seriously. Second, those recruiters don't always know what they're talking about -- if you're not a type A personality, and you fake it for the interview, you'll never be able to keep it up, and the company will quickly let you go. Show them that you're a hard worker and excited about the position, and if they really need a type A personality, you won't like the job anyway.

Good luck!

Erin

minniebeth · 11-23-2009, 12:50 PM

I agree, don't wear jeans. Best wishes to you!

princessbride6205 · 11-23-2009, 12:51 PM

I definitely wouldn't wear jeans, but if the place is a casual vibe, you may not want to show up in a suit. Something business casual might be okay. A nice pair of pants or khakis with a sweater or button-front shirt.
Rather than acting Type A, perhaps you can ask questions about what the company is looking for in this position. Even though you are not Type A, maybe you have great attention to detail. I landed a job once simply because I brought a little notepad to the interview. (Granted, it was low-paying, entry-level, but it worked.)
Good luck with your interview!

BeachGirlFLA · 11-23-2009, 01:05 PM

Thanks....I did feel a bit strange about the idea of wearing jeans to an interview.

DisneyFan32WI · 11-23-2009, 01:24 PM

I would absolutely dress up for any interview.....just proper etiquette. It shows you are serious about wanting a position.

Disneylover79 · 11-23-2009, 01:26 PM

YEA!!!!! Good luck

kim929 · 11-23-2009, 02:49 PM

Just wanted to say good luck on your interview....

BeachGirlFLA · 11-23-2009, 03:09 PM

Thank you for all the good wishes.

11-23-2009, 12:43 PM	#1
BeachGirlFLA DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,234	I Have A Job Interview Tomorrow I currently have a job, however this is a better opportunity. For one thing, I'd be working outside of the house and for another it pays much better. The interview is for either an Inventory Clerk or an Accounts Payable Clerk at a company that makes golf carts. One really cool thing about the job is that there's a dog that someone brings in. The only problem that I can think of is that I've been told to act like a Type A personality in the job interview (the job is through a temp firm but is a temp-to-hire job) and that's so not me. I've also been told that it's fine for me to wear jeans to the interview because of the atmosphere there. Anybody have any suggestions? __________________

11-23-2009, 12:47 PM	#3
erincon23 Everyone must have gotten a life in the last few days As you can see, I have gotten sidetracked Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NW of Chicago Posts: 458	First, don't wear jeans, no matter what you've been told. Dress nicely, and then you can dress down after you've gotten the job. You want them to believe you're taking this seriously. Second, those recruiters don't always know what they're talking about -- if you're not a type A personality, and you fake it for the interview, you'll never be able to keep it up, and the company will quickly let you go. Show them that you're a hard worker and excited about the position, and if they really need a type A personality, you won't like the job anyway. Good luck! Erin __________________ Last Trip, 3/09

11-23-2009, 12:50 PM	#4
minniebeth I count on y'all to keep me up to date ;) I'm ok going up, just can't go down... Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: columbus, ohio Posts: 3,558	I agree, don't wear jeans. Best wishes to you! __________________ minniebeth DH DS DD DD

11-23-2009, 12:51 PM	#5
princessbride6205 DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 729	I definitely wouldn't wear jeans, but if the place is a casual vibe, you may not want to show up in a suit. Something business casual might be okay. A nice pair of pants or khakis with a sweater or button-front shirt. Rather than acting Type A, perhaps you can ask questions about what the company is looking for in this position. Even though you are not Type A, maybe you have great attention to detail. I landed a job once simply because I brought a little notepad to the interview. (Granted, it was low-paying, entry-level, but it worked.) Good luck with your interview! __________________ Me DH DD(2) Disney World Wedding: June '05 * Most Recent Trip: Jan '10 1st DVC trip * Next Trip: ?? Hopefully soon!

11-23-2009, 01:05 PM	#6
BeachGirlFLA DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,234	Thanks....I did feel a bit strange about the idea of wearing jeans to an interview. __________________

11-23-2009, 12:45 PM	#2
princess momma Good girls go to heaven, bad girls go everywhere. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Mayberry Posts: 719	I wouldn't wear jeans, even if the temp agency told you it was ok.

Sponsored Links
DIS ad Register to remove Join Date: 1997 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,000,000+	<div align="center">This information cannot be displayed because your browser does not support inline frames.<a href="http://www.wdwinfo.com">Click Here</a> </div>

11-23-2009, 01:24 PM	#7
DisneyFan32WI Sometimes I just like to be plain and boring Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Suburb of Milwaukee, WI Posts: 1,195	I would absolutely dress up for any interview.....just proper etiquette. It shows you are serious about wanting a position.

11-23-2009, 01:26 PM	#8
Disneylover79 I'm a cheap date! Thinks Dr. House is sexy! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SW Florida approx 169 miles from the World Posts: 2,053	YEA!!!!! Good luck __________________ me (29), DBF (36) Alexis (8), Nala 5-12-2001 to 5-28-2008 RIP ,Sunny (1), Belle (1)

11-23-2009, 02:49 PM	#9
kim929 Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 485	Just wanted to say good luck on your interview.... __________________

11-23-2009, 03:09 PM	#10
BeachGirlFLA DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,234	Thank you for all the good wishes. __________________

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes	Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode	Rate This Thread:

Similar Threads
thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Piper's Practically Perfect PTR..Wish Trip! 3/2-8.. Update: Pics anyone? 2/4-Pg 83-84	pipersmom	Pre-Trip Reports and Plans	1281	Today 01:29 PM
Interview the next person....	des1954	Camping Community Board	1536	Yesterday 10:28 AM
Christmas Stocking thread~ Complete!! Thanks everyone!	mommaU4	Disneyland Community Board	478	12-19-2009 01:51 PM
Interview the person below you ..	mandymouse	UK Community Board	3849	12-16-2009 11:36 PM
Union may file a greivance against an Eagle Scout for taking their jobs* WITH AUDIO	shrubber	Community Board	244	11-22-2009 02:33 PM