Have my first interview with BCG tomorrow. Should I wear a blazer?

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@OP, you've seen BCG's recruiting materials right? Maybe take a cue from there 🙂

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Only and only if I wasn’t dying to get this job, I would totally pull off this look in my interview! 😆

Depends on how badly you need that job. Consulting is all about presentation, the interviewer will also evaluate your client presence (consciously or subconsciously). You don't want them to use that as something to reject you.

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Was thinking the same. Thanks

I do 45 interviews a year. I have no recollection of what folks wear. Focus on clear, crisp communication and sound logic. Dress well, but don’t over think that part

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Blazer + pajama pants /underwear

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Yes. Dress the part

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Does everyone there wear high-waisted jeans?

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Unless you want to, I wouldn’t bother. I interviewed wearing a buttoned down shirt. Assuming this is a Zoom interview.

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Did you have a referral?

With turtle-neck tucked in.

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