nwr; Help (possibly stupid question but bear with me!)

by Mrs Neadi* » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:09 pm

have an interview tonight. am wearing smart brownish pinstripe suit (it's v nice though sounds horrible ) and white shirt. have my hair down now as i washed it this morning so it looks quite well.

but what should i do? put it up in bun-like thing or leave it down?

sorry if stupid question but i'm getting really nervous now :cry:

by **Mrs Curly** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:14 pm

generally I'd say whatever you're most comfortable with as long as it's not untidy, a distraction to you or the board or over your face.

Mrs Summer · by **Mrs Summer** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:18 pm

If its nice down leave it down as long as its not greasy :wink:

by **Anon10yr+** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:21 pm

I'd say put it up if you are a hair fiddler.If not and it stays put not in your eyes etc, then down

by Mrs Neadi* » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:24 pm

ok thanks , think i will leave it down so. hopefully they like blonde (ish) hair :lol:

god my stomach is in a knot. i've had 3 interviews in my life and the last one was over 2.5 years ago!!

Mrs Summer · by **Mrs Summer** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:26 pm

Well good luck anyway, Whats it for do ya mind me asking!

by **Strawberry** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:27 pm

Hi Neadi
I did an interview recently and I was lucky enough to get some feedback afterwards (I didn't get the job). The best piece of advise was to put yourself in the shoes of the interviewer and try to think of what it is that they are looking for and that they need from you. If you can think about this beforehand it will help a lot with your answers, or else ask leading questions during the interview.
Best of luck and let us know how you get on.

by Mrs Neadi* » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:31 pm

not at all mrs summer it's a reception/secretarial position ina quantity surveyors office. bit a change from what i've been doing for the last 6 years (insurance admin) so i was kind of surprised to be called for the interview, saw the add in the paper and faxed cv in directly. fingers crossed as it would mean a 15/20 min drive as opposed to the nearly 1.5 hours each way that i'm doing as it is!!!

by Mrs Neadi* » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:34 pm

i ask questions??? what sort of questions..oh god, stomach turning again. i'm not able for this at all!!! my mother already has teh valium ordered for the ru n up to the wedding ( i kid you not!!)

by **Duchess Snow** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:44 pm

best of luck hope all goes well and i know everyone says it and its hard to do relax they have asked you for an interview because they are interested in meeting you remember that

by **Anon10yr+** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 3:57 pm

Neadi good luck!

Re asking questions re this type of job, it would be important to know what your job remit will be as very often a receptionist/admin is very busy with the admin part.You will be the face for the place so very important role aswell as responsible for call taking and passing on calls etc. Ask re training opportunities within the company.What are the benefits with the job.Will there be a temporary review period etc

Just a tip many years ago I did a temp job just like this and the boss wanted tea making constantly with particular biscuits or he'd be unhappy!!! I felt I was in a chauvinistic office so glad only there for 3 week temp time.make sure you feel very comfortable with those interviewing you

by ***Smajra*** » Thu Sep 22, 2022 4:23 pm

I'm sorry to disagree with the majority and I dont want to add to your nerves but I really think hair tied up looks smarter for an interview. Even just slicked back into a neat ponytail is classy yet comfortable.
If you have time you could google the company to see if they have a website and then throw in some facts you read like "I know you deal with xxx and was wondering xxx"
Just remember you have a lot to offer and your life does not depend on this so theres no need to stress out about it.
Best of luck, I'll say a prayer for you :D

by Mrs Neadi* » Fri Sep 23, 2022 11:21 am

I GOT THE JOB!!!!!!!!!!!

woohoo they phoned me about half an hour ago. i can't believe it i didn't think i had it but they said the reference from the last place was so good it was the decider!! i was terrified i'd get a crap one because me an her didn't exaclty see eye to eye!!!

stomach is in knots now at thoughts of going into boss. already spoke to one..the nice one and he was gobsmacked!! but he won't say anytning to the other...he's in a meeting now so prolonging the agony!

anyway, just wanted to let you know the good news...i can open that bottle of sparkly wine i've been saving tonight :lol:

by **Miss X** » Fri Sep 23, 2022 11:42 am

CONGRATULATIONS :o)ll

Well done you, just think of the O-O

8) tonight when you're telling the boss.

Mrs Summer · by **Mrs Summer** » Fri Sep 23, 2022 11:46 am

Ah Congrat Neadi,

I was thinking about how your interview went last night!

Any chance of getting me a job now :lol:

Amanda

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