DL Hiring: New Process
09-27-2021 | 09:41 AM
#711
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All the advice about suits and briefcases has been accurate. Just look professional and don't bother trying to relax, because it's not possible.
If you find yourself with over an hour to kill, the museum is a great place to gather your thoughts before the interview.
09-27-2021 | 10:04 AM
#713
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There’s a bag room in pilot selection office. You will have adequate space for all your things to stay until complete. Another tip on the “briefcase;” it doesn’t matter what it is. I’d advise to have some sort of bag to carry the paperwork you’ll turn in within the first five minutes (logbooks, mil records, other forms they ask for) and then it will go into the bag room. It’s nice to have all the stuff in one spot to not dig through your crap and look disheveled.
Also, just from what I gathered in my experience in August. Do what makes you comfortable. I went out and bought a new suit. Ultimately, to me it felt stiff and rigid, so I went with a black suit I’ve had for years. Had just been dry cleaned as a backup. But it was broken in and I felt freedom of movement with it and it made me comfortable. They could care less. I was hired in a black suit, met guys hired in a blue suit and gray suit. Assortment of ties. Wear what’s comfortable and makes you feel confident and that you won’t second guess yourself. If that’s a red tie, great. If it’s a blue tie, do it. They openly said it makes no difference. Be professional, be organized, be prepped and do what makes you feel gives you the best version of yourself on D-Day.
Having said all that, it’s as laid back a day as you can imagine. They are all super inviting and ready to hear your “story.” Own mistakes, show you learned from them, and be positive and smile (through the mask).
Best of luck!
Also, just from what I gathered in my experience in August. Do what makes you comfortable. I went out and bought a new suit. Ultimately, to me it felt stiff and rigid, so I went with a black suit I’ve had for years. Had just been dry cleaned as a backup. But it was broken in and I felt freedom of movement with it and it made me comfortable. They could care less. I was hired in a black suit, met guys hired in a blue suit and gray suit. Assortment of ties. Wear what’s comfortable and makes you feel confident and that you won’t second guess yourself. If that’s a red tie, great. If it’s a blue tie, do it. They openly said it makes no difference. Be professional, be organized, be prepped and do what makes you feel gives you the best version of yourself on D-Day.
Having said all that, it’s as laid back a day as you can imagine. They are all super inviting and ready to hear your “story.” Own mistakes, show you learned from them, and be positive and smile (through the mask).
Best of luck!
09-27-2021 | 10:27 AM
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Red tie on my first interview, wasn't hired. Blue tie on my last interview, hired. I think it was the blue tie that pulled me over the line......And side note another guy on my day was wearing a purple suit. He was hired. I don't think all this suit/tie stuff really matters as long as it fits and isn't way outside the norm.....
I wore a suit that that ten years old. I folded it up in my roller bag and ironed it in the hotel.
09-27-2021 | 04:15 PM
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Also running hot water in the tub and steaming it works too!
09-27-2021 | 05:21 PM
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Red tie on my first interview, wasn't hired. Blue tie on my last interview, hired. I think it was the blue tie that pulled me over the line......And side note another guy on my day was wearing a purple suit. He was hired. I don't think all this suit/tie stuff really matters as long as it fits and isn't way outside the norm.....
09-27-2021 | 06:01 PM
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I don’t see any reason why it would not extend to INTL.
09-27-2021 | 06:17 PM
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Worked for me.
Also dressed me for the OTHER big day: had to decline the cane and hat even though they said I needed to (I quote) "go out like a player".
Tell 'em you want to dress like a banker. Or a bank teller., with aspirations.
(Saville Row is also nice, but rather pricey, and you'll have to stay in fighting trim for the rest of your days to justify the expense of fitting in the the thing. Not necessarily a negative).
First impression is made in about 5 seconds and will seal the deal: everything else is lipstick. No guarantees, but looking sharp, and feeling sharp, doesn't hurt your poise and confidence.
Also dressed me for the OTHER big day: had to decline the cane and hat even though they said I needed to (I quote) "go out like a player".
Tell 'em you want to dress like a banker. Or a bank teller., with aspirations.
(Saville Row is also nice, but rather pricey, and you'll have to stay in fighting trim for the rest of your days to justify the expense of fitting in the the thing. Not necessarily a negative).
First impression is made in about 5 seconds and will seal the deal: everything else is lipstick. No guarantees, but looking sharp, and feeling sharp, doesn't hurt your poise and confidence.
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