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Congratulations on landing that interview. Now you just need to go in there looking smart and confident. You want them to know that you’re the ONE! If you’re wondering what to bring to a job interview, we’ve put together 6 great items that will help you be prepared!
Check them out!
Resume Portfolio Folder by STYLIO
Coming in prepared will earn you extra kudos. This portfolio can help with that. It has numerous pockets to hold business cards, your resume, a notepad, and even spots for paper work samples. It even comes with a downloadable job interview guide so you can look, feel, and perform your best at your interview. The black matte finish gives this resume portfolio folder a sleek, professional look.
Twin Pocket Folders by Oxford
You want to impress but don’t want to break the bank? Simply choose your “signature” color from Oxford’s twin pocket folders line-up and you’re guaranteed to be a smashing success. This folder has two large pockets for your resume or work samples. There’s even a business card window on the inside. Its textured exterior gives it a deluxe look that is professional without busting your budget.
Legal Pad by AmazonBasics
Everyone needs a good notepad when they go in for an interview. Jotting down notes shows an interview that you’re engaged and thinking hard about the position. It’s the perfect place to write down the answers to the questions you have for them. Tuck this AmazonBasics pad in your folder or portfolio so you don’t have to scribble on your own resume or paper scraps. A legal pad like this one is definitely an office classic as well.
Alloy Gel Pen by Pentel
A good pen is a vastly underrated tool in your arsenal. This alloy gel pen will help you look put-together for your job interviews. The pen looks classy and the gel ink glides smoothly for quick and easy note-taking. It comes in five great colors—aquamarine, silver, pink, violet, blue—all with black ink. They’re quick drying (ideal for left-handed people) so you don’t have to worry about unsightly smudges.
Lint Rollers by Scotch Brite
Don’t give lint and fuzz balls a chance to ruin your first impression. Run one of these lint rollers over your outfit just before you go in for your interview. It’ll help you look well groomed. This pack comes with 5 rollers, with 95 sheets per roller. The sticky sheets will pick up fuzz, lint, hair, crumbs with ease, and tear easily for discarding. It’s a quick and easy way to clean up and look sharp.
Peppermint Breath Mints by Altoids
Sometimes people who get nervous experience dry-mouth. Don’t let dry-mouth and bad breath get you down, especially when it counts. Altoids are the curiously strong breath mint and a best-seller for a reason. This little tin slips easily into a pocket or purse, and the mints will keep your breath fresh before your interview. Never let them see you sweat. Keeping your breath fresh is sure to boost your confidence and ace that interview.
So if you’ve been wondering what to bring to a job interview—now you know! We hope these aids help you out.
Good luck on your interview.
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