Originally Posted by Jetj01

Been reading the comments here about what to wear at your interview for FedEx. I'll share what my sponsor said to me not many years ago: "What's this multi-million dollar career worth to you, a $1,000?"

I had a dark grey suit I already owned and was already typed in the 757/767 so thought I didn't need to spend any money and would 'probably' get hired. But after his wise advice I went out and bought a dark blue suit, conservative red tie, wingtip black shoes, paid for the Emerald Coast sim prep and, yes, got hired. Could I have made it without? Maybe???

In my group of six interviewees five of six had blue suits with white shirts and red ties. One had a yellow suit. Great guy but he was not with us on day two. Neither was the guy who saved a buck by not renting a hotel the night before the interview and drove in that morning and was noticeably yawning and tired all day.

I'm sure you can maybe get hired with a blue tie, green suit, maybe even in blue jeans. But what's this career worth to you? Why risk the 'he's different' comment? We are looking for gals/guys we can stand being on a flight deck and trip for an entire bid pairing. Usually the lady or man who appears to be willing to fit in is the logical choice. What's this career worth to you?

I firmly believe once you make it to the interview, it's your job to lose. Don't lose it.


BTW, I love working at FedEx. Great company (warts and all) the best equipment, professional fellow freight dogs and yes, $$$$$ and benefits are still industry leading. I'd do it again.