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Showing posts with label engineers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label engineers. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 09, 2013
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Interview Outfit
I recently interviewed for another position here at my company. It is located inside a factory, so dress is usually limited to: flats and no skirts. With that in mind, this was my outfit for the event: professional, casual, & practical. I felt comfortable and confident in a fun print top and the softest ever cardigan.
All three clothing items were bought at Nordstroms - which is an experience all in itself. The salesgirl helped to set up a dressing room and brought in many other work options for me to try on.
All three clothing items were bought at Nordstroms - which is an experience all in itself. The salesgirl helped to set up a dressing room and brought in many other work options for me to try on.
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
How to Impress: Dinner and Networking Event
Ok, so you have a big interview or a professional event like a networking dinner - how do you say "I'm smart, I'm a hard worker, and I'm going to be damn good at this job"? Dress to impress.
I work in the engineering and technology field - there are not many times women get to show their fashion sense. However, don't think it goes unnoticed.
While working a career fair booth, there are a few things I like to see - and a lot I don't like to see. It's about first impressions, so make it count.
What works:
- Clean and neutral cuts. I want to spend more time looking at your resume than being distracted by too many layers, too much jewelry, or too many prints.
- Have personality! Wear clothes that are comfortable enough or close to your normal work wear as possible (then turn it one notch higher). If you're comfortable in your clothes you'll be much more comfortable to talk to. Your personality will be what stays with me when you walk away and I decide which pile to put your resume in.
- Don't be afraid to be feminine. Often times, in a work world like Engineering, women tend to put the bulky clothes on and wear greys, navy, or black. I don't need to be working with more guys, there's enough already. Invest in figure flattering clothes and shoes you can walk for days in.
- Remember to smile and shake firmly. please. really.
What doesn't work:
- Trying too hard. Your sky high heels, your super trendy dress and cropped jacket. I get it, you like to buy clothes for the now. It becomes too much of a distraction and you will be remembered for your over the top look than your work experience.
- Wearing clothes that are too small, too big, or with too many holes. Again, it's distracting from your personality and resume. Keep your look clean and professional.
- Lack of general hygiene. It might be obvious but I have encountered it many times. The first thing we do when you come up to my company's booth is make eye contact - so I'm already staring at your head, your greasy hair, maybe your 13 y/o butterfly hair clips, or your very under plucked eyebrows. I'll notice your half painted or chipped nails after the handshake too. While these aren't deal breakers (maybe you're having a bad day?) - it does project a certain "I don't care about this" attitude which is a turn off when I'm looking to help hire you
Share your career fair and networking experiences below!
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012
growing into a career
When I was in middle school, maybe early high school, I changed my current career ambitions of being a teacher to being someone that was important enough to have their name in a textbook. I know, it's an odd thing to aspire to be, but it's actually still true today. I've always wanted to do big, important things. I have always found immense satisfaction in leading a group, being in charge, and pushing myself to do more good and better.
This perspective change helped to shift what I wanted to be when I grew up. It put a very academic focus on my future career. I would read about what Newton, Franklin, Tesla, and Crick did and how valuable their thoughts were to the scientific community. I envied their accomplishments and their Nobel prizes! It resonated with me and gave me reason to load up on science courses through high school.
I eventually discovered what an Engineer was from my dad, who was a Computer Engineer by training and experience - not by education.
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Saturday, February 13, 2010
Barbie's 126th Career
By popular vote, mattel's Barbie is getting nerdy for her 126th career!! drum roll please, Computer Engineer!!
How cool is that? I'm so proud and excited to have such an icon get the message of engineering out to young girls. The society of women engineers (SWE) worked with mattel to design this special Barbie. Please read more at the links below.
& hooray! the power of nerds!
PS... the binary code everywhere is overkill for me... and we get it, nerds need to wear glasses. but i looove the skinny black pants!
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