Does a Nice Writing Pen make a Different at an Interview?

Employers know what they are looking for in a resume. If they see a resume mistake in any one of the resumes they are reviewing for a position, that resume will likely get filed in the "do not follow up" pile. If you want to be noticed, you need to make sure that your resume does not contain any errors that will irritate employers.

The first man, Alfred Johnson, walks in dressed in a professional business suit, manila file folder, a writing tablet and a ballpoint Stick Pen that had a logo on it of a local restaurant. The second man, George Rockstone, comes to the interview wearing a professional business suit, a briefcase with a portfolio and a pilot precise grip needle rollerball pen. Both men are qualified for the position. The only variable that is different about both of the men is what they brought to the interview. Who would you hire? Alfred Johnson, the man that just brings a file folder, writing tablet and a ballpoint stick pen with a logoed restaurant imprint on it or George Rockstone, the man who brings a briefcase, a portfolio and a grip rollerball pen? I asked this question to several managers that I know and all of them said, George Rockstone. They all stated that George Rockstone realized that as soon as you walk into the job interview,you are being judged. This is just something to remember for your next job interview. Take a pen that is nice and professional looking!

By James J. Malervy, II
www.instantjobinterviewtools.com


About the author: James Malervy is an expert author and leading influencer on the subject of interviewing. He was worked with such companies as Sprint, Pepsi and the Walt Disney Company and brings his professional experience to job seekers in writing the "Superstar Interview Guide." He provides career advice to hundreds everyday and even provides his services as a Career Coach through the "Superstar Career Coach E-Zine" available through subscription at www.instantjobinterviewtools.com James is dedicated to helping others in becoming more competitive in the job market, gaining confident in their interviewing skills, and finally getting hired for the job they deserve.

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