Originally Posted by
spinwax
I am not arguing with you at all. I think if I went to a job interview wearing a short sleeve shirt to apply for a high end job, my chances would all but be lost. Although, anyone who goes to a job interview in a shortsleeve shirt is probably applying for a position at the No Fear store in the mall, not as a rep for a biotech company.
There is no question in my mind people look at you differently when you have sleeves. I have had mine so long I just don't notice it any longer. I am almost 40, own my own business and if that ever failed at that I would probably go to work as a garbage man or something anyways. I don't have much drive for the corporate world any more. Forever all I wanted was a company car and 120k a yr which I had for a long time. Now I am happy with my small business, bikes and a roof over my head. I am the happiest I have ever been.
True, no one in their right mind would attend an interview in anything other than a suit for a corporate job. The thing is, the interview process extends for the entire duration of one's career. With many places allowing casual attire, a person really needs to think about what they do that can alter the course of their career. It is hard enough to prove yourself without creating limitations.