Posted 4/8/2024, 9:00:00 AM
Woman's Job Interview Appearance Criticism Goes Viral, Sparking Debate on Bias
- Appearance matters in interviews, especially for customer-facing roles, as you represent the company
- A woman's story went viral after claiming she was told she didn't get a job because she hadn't put enough effort into her looks
- Experts say it's hard to pinpoint exactly what hurt candidates in interviews - it could be clothes, hair, weight, etc.
- Interviewers assess if you'll fit into the work environment and if customers will like you
- Take constructive feedback to heart, dress for the job you want, and recognize biases exist to stay ahead