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« on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:14:11 » |
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I'm starting (another) new job in tomorrow, it's office work which I've never done before - what's the dress code? They didn't tell me and I don't want to turn up in a shirt and tie cos I'll look like a twat, equally I don't want to wear jeans or I'll look like a bum.
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lebowski
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« Reply #1 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:15:42 » |
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what company?
in most office's you'll wear 'smart' all week and have a casual day on friday. some places though (like nationwide) it's casual all week long, which is nice
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« Reply #2 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:15:45 » |
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High heels and suspenders - go for "non-conformist shock value" but still with a smart and classy slant.
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« Reply #3 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:17:09 » |
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you've not seen me, have you paul?  It's a company called TMS in Abingdon, I've got no idea what they do really but it's a temp job. Would black trousers, black shoes and a smart shirt with no tie be okay? |
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« Reply #4 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:24:48 » |
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you've not seen me, have you paul? It's a company called TMS in Abingdon, I've got no idea what they do really but it's a temp job. Would black trousers, black shoes and a smart shirt with no tie be okay? On a more sensible note, that's a good hedge for the first day, but take a tie in with you as well, just in case. Not a black one though or you'll spend all day with people asking you about the funeral and/or making amusing waiter jokes. Which may lead to unfortunate "smashing their head into office furniture" incidents which can jeopardise future employment prospects. |
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« Reply #5 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:41:04 » |
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Wear a tie, you can always take it off. I don't have to wear a tie at work, which is nice, but a good tie does look cool.
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« Reply #6 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 17:55:09 » |
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We usually wear shirt and tie with casual dress on a friday. This week we have to wear casual dress to 'fool' the protesters!!  |
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« Reply #7 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 18:22:42 » |
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i either wear a shirt no tie or a polo shirt but really depends on the company
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« Reply #8 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 19:42:17 » |
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i work in a office and im wearing jeans and my stfc top now but i work for relaxed company.so ignore this post  |
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« Reply #9 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 20:06:10 » |
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We have to wear "smart casual" as the contract says, no jeans etc but no ties either, as other people have said I would take one with you just in case.
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sonicyouth
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« Reply #10 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 20:24:32 » |
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right I'll wear a shirt and smart trousers, will leave a tie in the car  cheers |
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« Reply #11 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 20:36:07 » |
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I'm shirt and trousers (no tie), then anything goes on a Friday.
SY, couldn't you just call the main switchboard/reception of the company, explain your starting as a temp, and ask what the dresscode is?
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« Reply #12 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 20:38:41 » |
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Suited and booted every time mate. Dress code is important and yes I am sensible for once.
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« Reply #13 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 21:38:44 » |
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SY, couldn't you just call the main switchboard/reception of the company, explain your starting as a temp, and ask what the dresscode is? I only got the job today, start at 9am tomorrow, didn't think about dresscode until this evening |
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« Reply #14 on: Wednesday, July 6, 2005, 21:47:41 » |
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Its always compulsory to wear a suit and tie on your first day and remember to clean your shoes too. Wear proper colours like black, dark grey or navy. Novelty ties and socks are a BIG no-no (as are hawaiian shirts)! Also if you take packed lunch - put it in a briefcase not a carrier bag. Take pen and paper (preferably in a portfolio case). They will give you pens and papers but it looks better if you've actually thought to tale your own. Ask sensible questions and smile and be enhusiastic. Finally - welcome to the world of office work. It truly sucks  |
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