Dressed for Success

I remember back in high school there was a class that some students would take that would require them to dress professionally. Although they really did look nice, I thought it was kind of a stupid class exercise. However, since I have been working, I have noticed that just on a personal basis people will treat you with more respect. That idea that you should dress for the job you want is definitely overplayed by managers and the recruiters. However, I have found in my limited experience that it is true.

I work at a call center right now. A few weeks ago, I noticed that all my jeans were torn. I wore them anyway to work. I got all kinds of comments like "you need new jeans". I didn't really care about that because the environment is very casual dress anyway. However, I was tired of wearing the same jeans over and over again and started wearing nicer slacks. I felt more confident in them. I am sure I looked better. I was doing things on my job that normally I would avoid or wait until I got in trouble for. Doing your job better helps you increase to a better position. Also, when you look professional people who also look professional will connect with you more. And if you think about the well dressed people around your place of work, are the more successful people better dressed.


I start a job at a better paying call center on Monday. They specifically said that your denims must be in good repair. That it was business casual and not casual. I thought it was a good excuse to start my collection of comfortable business clothes. Over the next few months, I am going to be increasing my professional wardrobe.


Here is the counter argument for dressing for success at another blog.


Til Tomorrow,
Josh


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