Employment Swag à la Rudy Johnson
Check out this employment suit swag guide!
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Employment Swag Guide - This week on Toya: A Family Affair, we saw Rudy take a big step towards getting his life together: he went on a job interview. His potential boss dissed his dress code, saying he should wear a suit or some khakis and a polo. But have no fear, gentlemen! We've got your employment swag guide so you won't be caught out there when trying to snag your dream J-O-B.
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Fresh Out of College Swag - Want to land that first interview after you've worked so hard for four years in school? Pairing khaki slacks, a button-up and a prep school sweater reminiscent of your college glory is a sure-fire way to win over the future boss.(Photo: Picture Group)
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Clean Cut - Destiny's Child aren't the only ones who like a low-cut caesar with deep waves; employers like that clean-cut look too. We're not saying you have to abandon your beloved locks, or carefully coifed 'fro, but maybe clean it up around the edges.
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Tailored Suit Swag - We don't recommend you wear sunglasses to a job interview, but getting your suit tailored—just like the CEO of the ROC—is a must. Having a well-fitted suit tells your potential employer that you care about yourself—and by extension, the company.(Photo: Picture Group)
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Classic Suit Swagger - Who couldn't you win over in this classic blue suit reminiscent of a debonair Dick Tracy? You'll make your daddy proud when you snag that corporate corner office.
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Maxwell's Suit Swag - Maxwell does more than serenade the ladies with his soulful crooning, he could also teach the gents a thing or two about wearing a suit. In today's culture of low-hanging or skin-tight pants for men, the suit stands as the consummate gentleman's apparel. Please, wear it to work.(Photo: Picture Group)
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Shoe Swag - Now, we hope you know better thank to walk into an interview wearing Tims or Dunk Low SBs. But just in case you don't, the appropriate footwear is essential. After all, how can you be James Bond fresh without Ferragamos?
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Unconventional Suit Swag - Trying to stand out from all the other penguin-suited job huntees? Rockin' a cream suit is sure to make your future boss do a double-take.(Photo: Picture Group)
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New York Suit Swagger - Fellas, afraid you can't show off your style in a suit? Young Money rapper Drake's proving just the opposite. Pair black slacks with a sleek fitted trench coat and you're ready for the runways of Milan—or a job interview.(Photo: Picture Group)
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Briefcase Basics - No, this isn't a murse (man purse). And if you want to be taken seriously at your place of employment, we suggest you bring a briefcase to the workplace.
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