MTC 1001- the College FairMTC 1001- the College Fair

• College Interest InventoryCollege Interest Inventory

• What is a College FairWhat is a College Fair

• How to “Show Up”How to “Show Up”

• The College Prep PortfolioThe College Prep Portfolio

Your Professional SelfYour Professional Self

Showing UpShowing UpAppropriate AttireAppropriate Attire

For The Next StepFor The Next Step

Business AttireBusiness Attire3 Rules To Follow3 Rules To Follow

1) Remember the ABCs Of Professionalism1) Remember the ABCs Of ProfessionalismAppropriateAppropriateBelievableBelievableCredible Credible

2) Communication Occurs On Three Levels2) Communication Occurs On Three LevelsAttire – What we wearAttire – What we wearBody Language – How we carry ourselvesBody Language – How we carry ourselvesAttitude – How we engage othersAttitude – How we engage others

3) Authenticity Requires Flexibility3) Authenticity Requires FlexibilityHave wardrobe options to accommodate the professional choices you makeHave wardrobe options to accommodate the professional choices you makeDon’t be afraid to allow your excellence to make you stand outDon’t be afraid to allow your excellence to make you stand outSmall things are never smallSmall things are never small

Dressing StylesDressing Styles

Business Business

Business CasualBusiness Casual

Cosmopolitan Cosmopolitan

FormalwearFormalwear

Dressing StylesDressing Styles

Business – Interviews, Daily Work AttireBusiness – Interviews, Daily Work Attire

Dressing StylesDressing Styles

Business CasualBusiness Casual

Dressing StylesDressing Styles

Cosmopolitan – The Club SceneCosmopolitan – The Club Scene

Dressing StylesDressing StylesFormalwear – After Five AttireFormalwear – After Five Attire

Business Dress AttireBusiness Dress AttireClassic 2-button Classic 2-button Single breasted, notch lapel, center Single breasted, notch lapel, center vent vent Double reverse pleat trouser Double reverse pleat trouser 100% Wool 100% Wool

Business Dress Shirts, Ties, Belts Business Dress Shirts, Ties, Belts and Shoesand Shoes

Business shirts should be pressed, ties should be coordinated in colors that Business shirts should be pressed, ties should be coordinated in colors that compliment the suit or pants. compliment the suit or pants.

Belts and shoes should be coordinated in styles that compliment the suit.Belts and shoes should be coordinated in styles that compliment the suit.

Socks should match the trousers.Socks should match the trousers.

Business Dress AttireBusiness Dress AttireClassic 2-button women’s Classic 2-button women’s pantsuitpantsuitSingle breasted, notch lapelSingle breasted, notch lapelFully lined jacket and pantsFully lined jacket and pantsPoly/Wool blendPoly/Wool blendSilk button down blouseSilk button down blouse

Business Dress Blouses, Business Dress Blouses, Accessories and ShoesAccessories and Shoes

Business shirts should be pressed, and coordinated in colors that compliment Business shirts should be pressed, and coordinated in colors that compliment the suit. Jewelry should be simple (sets work well), and shoes should be stylish the suit. Jewelry should be simple (sets work well), and shoes should be stylish but not overpowering.but not overpowering.

Blouses should button well above cleavage, jewelry should not dangle or make noise. Shoes Blouses should button well above cleavage, jewelry should not dangle or make noise. Shoes should be stylish, comfortable and always worn with pantyhose that match your skin tone.should be stylish, comfortable and always worn with pantyhose that match your skin tone.

Business Casual AttireBusiness Casual Attire

Business Casual Attire NeedsBusiness Casual Attire Needs

Business casual options are less formal Business casual options are less formal than business “dress” attire, but one step than business “dress” attire, but one step above “casual”. above “casual”.

The look should be comfortable and neat.The look should be comfortable and neat.

HAIRLadies – Whether you wear your hair in a style that is natural, chemically treated, long, short or weaved… The look should be clean, neat and a good match for the company’s corporate culture. Do your homework to find out about the potential company’s fashion expectations. To Be Safe: Save bright colors for the weekend, or well after you’ve received the position you’re applying for.

Gentlemen – Whether you wear your hair bald, faded, as an afro, braided or in dreadlocks… Your look should be clean, neat and appropriate for the company’s corporate culture. Take a look to find out their expectations when it comes to facial hair. To Be Safe: Save the geometric cutout designs, initials, artistic parts, and other extras for the weekend - or well after you’ve received the position you’re applying for.

MAKEUP“Less is best” Learn the difference between day and night makeup. Here are a few tips: Foundations that match your skin tone, natural colors for eyelids, 1 coat of mascara, lip gloss for shine, and a hint of blush make for a good “day face.” Bright colored eye shadow and liners, intense blush, ruby-red lipsticks do their best work when you’re hanging out with friends or on a date “in the evening” – well after the interview!

EXTRAS (Tattoos, piercings, men’s earrings)This goes back to doing your homework about the company’s corporate culture. Even if they are fairly liberal, cover up tats and remove visible piercings and men’s earrings for the interview. It may be just fine for you to wear them to work – after you’ve gotten the job! But, do yourself a favor by getting the job first!

Finishing TouchesFinishing Touches

Acquiring Your WardrobeAcquiring Your WardrobeLooking Good Doesn’t Have To Be ExpensiveLooking Good Doesn’t Have To Be Expensive

Request Gift Certificates At Birthdays & Holidays

K & G Men’s Center

Executive Clothiers

Remember: Quality vs Price

Shop Smart: Look for sales…CLEARANCE, CLEARANCE, CLEARANCE!

Download this presentationDownload this presentation

www.bbbsatl.org/ftp1/docs/MTC10th/showup.pdfwww.bbbsatl.org/ftp1/docs/MTC10th/showup.pdf