Job Fairs

diable

How old are you Stew and whats it like in Newport?

scooby088

Oldernotwiser wrote: »

Obviously you can't wear something you don't own but what would you wear for an interview?

I would go smart casual to an interview, i always have and i have always got the job i have gone for.

From the jobs fairs i have been to all what was on offer was cold callers for a window company and a few HR people wanting to get applications for jobs that were never going to exist.

DCFC79

A suit can be got pretty cheap from places like asda or tesco, if you do it right you can get 1 for max of £40 but might be less but cant remember how much less

diable

DCFC79 wrote: »

A suit can be got pretty cheap from places like asda or tesco, if you do it right you can get 1 for max of £40 but might be less but cant remember how much less

Can't be too cheap as it will show and can be more of a negative then smart trousers and a polo shirt.

soupdragon10

If this is one employer who is recruiting for a variety of jobs (this is what I think you are saying), then a suit wouldn't be out of place as they might well use this as an initial weeding out process.

Is this a bone fide company? Have you done any background research about the company and what they offer etc... might be useful if you get into a dialogue about any jobs that might be on offer.

dave4545454

dmg24 wrote: »

That is a lot of hidden unemployed - the figure is actually around 2.5 million.

ok believe the figure the government tell you and look an idiot. the unemployment figure is a hell of a lot more than 2.5 million.

enjoy going around with the big GULLIBLE sign on your back, the government needs suckers like you.

DCFC79

diable wrote: »

Can't be too cheap as it will show and can be more of a negative then smart trousers and a polo shirt.

well to me they looked same as the suit i bought for £100, didnt look cheap to me, in fact if i didnt know the price i would have thought they would cost £60 - £70

patman99

You can get a quality suite from a charity shop. My local BHF store has a good range for £15 complete. Add a couple of quid for a good shirt and bingo!.

Stew68

Hi all,

Thanks for your input on the job fair, very much appreciated.

I already have a suit thanks, i've had a few interviews just not quite got past that final step into employment.

The fair is only one employer so will probably dress smart to make a good impression.

I have had a phone call today from a company I applied to back in the beginning of December inviting me to an interview next Wednesday so with a bit of luck....

Diable. I'm 42. Newport itself is miserable, if you mean how is it for job hunting then it is very miserable!

Thanks again all.

wantsajob

dmg24 wrote: »

Of course, but if people choose not to be counted ...

That's not quite how it works. Many people are unable to claim Job Seekers Allowance. For example if a partner is in work and they have no contributions. Unemployment figures could be 50% higher than the official figures or more.

Regards getting a suit, now is a good time to look in Marks and Spencer Factory outlet/clearance stores (they're popping up in a few places other than factory outlets now like retail parks). I picked up a suit recently that would have cost around £200 originally for under £50, which is probably more down to luck than anything as it is usually somewhat difficult to find jackets and trousers matching in the sizes you want - still worth a look though.

Next Clearance used to be really good, I remember looking through rails and rails of suit jackets all at £5 each (some even cashmere/wool blend etc) aiming to go for the plainer ones to later find trousers to match, and silk ties at £1 some that were originally £18, and I stocked up. Sadly I have since put weight on so none of those jackets fit me any more. Next clearance prices have steadily increased and I think they're no longer worth it, but suppose it could be worth a look.

Asda and Tesco are better than nothing, I would say Asda tends to have better offerings than Tesco. One important thing is that the lapel is supposed to be a long slow curved bend, avoid any jackets where this is a flat crease and certainly do not slap your iron on top of it and press a crease into it there as on a cheap suit it will never come out. If you need to iron iron underneath the top of the lapel.