If you’re a guy going into an interview for an account manager position what is your go-to outfit? I used to show up in a suit and felt awkward being interviewed by a guy in a t-shirt.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I dress as I would for a big client meeting, to show I can clean up nice but also reflect the creative culture I represent.
Nice Jeans or pants like chinos or khakis, good brand and tailored. Nice button up, tailored. Spring for a good shirt with a fresh pattern. This is 100-150 bucks WELL SPENT. Soft, modern sport coat and sharp shoes (not sneakers unless you are a sneaker head then maybe you could explain it as part of your personal brand). Carry a pen in your coat pocket. If you are young and want to appear slightly more mature, wear a watch. Doesnt have to be expensive & should reflect your sense of style.

like

The guy already has the job, so a t-shirt shouldn’t bother you. You are looking for the job - show up like you care.

like

suit, no tie is my go to.

like

@VP1 they’re not interviewing for a client. They’re interviewing at an ad agency.

Jeans are definitely acceptable if they’re dark, nice jeans. Sounds like you work in some soulless corporate environment like DDB

like

Button up, Khakis, and non-sneaker shoes to match.

It never hurts to ask the recruiter or HR person who is helping you through the process. I usually go with something that I might normally wear to work but a little nicer

Nice dark jeans, some standout shoes, and a blazer - standard ad guy interview uniform

no. no jeans. not unless you’re a creative. we’re a pretty casual agency, but one of the things I’m judging is if I can put you in front of a client. and for most of my clients, that is not jeans.

to each their own. just saying the way you dress is part of the process.


and I’m at a boutique actually.

Totally agree it’s part of the process, VP1.

Can we also agree on the no khakis? :)

depends if they have pleats ? ;)

Related Posts

Has anyone else hit the airplane mode button on their laptop when they get asked a hard question by the client they simply cannot answer. Hoping someone else will answer while I get "reconnected".

funnylike

How is everyone getting Fall/ Spring/ summer internships? Are you all applying on the company website/ LinkedIn page. Networking to recruiters? Through college career center. I've been applying and not getting anything? Any tips or advice?

like

So I'm not a top performer. Definitley not the smartest guy at big 4. But some of the questions I get from very experienced seniors are just so basic.

like

Does receiving a ‘Does Not Meet Expectations’ on year-end review with no other next steps - In this environment - basically mean I’m on the chopping block? Should I start job hunting?

like

Heard from recruiter that my onsite feedback was very strong and hiring manager thought I would be a great fit, but they went ahead with an internal candidate doing similar role with an adjacent team.

She mentioned that there is another very similar role open, and she will speak to the recruiter of that role about me. Has anyone seen that work or was she being nice? If not, I might as well apply to this new role online and give it a shot. TIA

Strategy&Ops, google cloud

like

Hi Fishers, need your help. I have total 5 years of experience and MBA as highest qualification. I have 3 offers in hand so please help me with pros and cons of each. I am looking for career opportunities and compensation as 50-50 priority basis.

Globant - Business Analyst Role - 15.6 Fixed
TIAA - BA/Product Owner Role - 16 Fixed
XCaliber - Business Analyst Role - 16 Fixed

Which company will give better WLB or better growth? Is the salary as per industry standard or should I negotiate for more?

like

What do you guys think, do recruiters share the real salary/range or are they sharing the low-end range for leverage? Or both?

And does being an internal or external recruiter influence how they approach salary transparency in the early screening/interview phase?

like

Has anyone recently attended a TCS Data science interview?

like

Hi Everyone, Started my career in government 5 years ago working in an operational role, then focussed on HR for 3 years working my way up to a middle manager role in HR as a business partner and completed my Level 7 CIPD. I don’t think HR or government is for me anymore and looking to find something new, now 24 feel I have a lot of transferable skills and knowledge but worried about private companies in other professions taking me seriously. Grateful for any advice - thanks in advance!

like

Tips for applying for a PM role, being a software engineer my whole life! Much appreciated!!!!

like

Hi! I’d love to hear interview tips from y’all. I have a video interview next week at a tech company and it’s been a while since I’ve interviewed. Thanks!

like

Should I Go Back and Reneg? Recently I was offered a role as a Project Implementation Manager (In Retirement Services) .The salary range for Colorado residents was 65-89K. I’m located in NY so the recruiter said he would try to get me more. Ultimately he came back at 90K which is a bit inline with that I was seeing on Glassdoor but approx looks like I may leave 10-12K on the table. I accepted already but may get an offer from another HR company in account management around 90-100K. Need advice

Just got invited to interview with truist for IB.. anyone else get one? Anybody here work at truist willing to chat?

like

Is this an aggressive position? Would you use final regulations effective for tax year beggining Dec 16, 2020 to support a deduction for calendar tax year 2020? Proposed regulations didn't include this exception. More details below.

like

I work in a corp environment & wondering what others think about this -

I have a large team and after me, I have a supervisor and a manager who my supervisor reports to. The manager recently got promoted to director & my boss is likely to take her role within the next 6 mos.

I was promoted in aug and wondering if it’s crazy to ask for another promo after my boss gets manager. This wouldn’t be for 6-12mos & I will be in my role for close to a year.

Is this too soon to ask? TIA!

like

Amazon Web Services Can someone refer me for operations manager position in Amazon Web Services Amazon ?

like

Ever start to notice someone in the office that you want to approach and talk to? ... they’re not on any of my teams - But they’re pretty cute.

like

Has anyone had a manager they just don’t vibe with/relate to? I’ve been trying to connect but I haven’t gotten them on my side yet. How did you manage to crack the ice?

like

How do you build rapport with your colleagues?

like

More Posts

Can anyone else not sleep right now? So stressed and exhausted with everything but can’t fall asleep

likehelpful

Besides setting time during after work to study for the CAMS and studying during the weekend - does any one have any recommendations in preparation for the exam? Thanks!

like

Bain & Company PPO health insurance only! Post your firm's biweekly premium (employee deduction) and whether it's employee, employee+spouse or employee+family.

Deloitte Accenture EY PwC Boston Consulting Group McKinsey & Company Bain & Company KPMG

like

I am currently looking for a new career opportunity. I’ve tried Indeed and LinkedIn. What other sources are great to look for opening positions?

like

What is the starting salary for a strategy consulting analyst at deloitte?

like

Do you really work 8 hours a day?

likefunny

Ever felt this??

Post Photo
like

Can anyone tell a single benifit we get in India after paying 30% tax ??

likehelpfulfunny

Good day to be buying bonds... any of my fellow yield grubbers out in effect today?

like

Does anyone remember in grade school when one of the assignments was during the time scientists announced Pluto was not a planet and some teachers had us write essays and whether Pluto should or shouldn’t be a planet using so scientific based arguments? I panicked daily about the state of our education system in America.

like

Recs for apartment cleaning service in center city?

like

Is it just me or the average billable work in infrastructure transactions has blown off steam in the last couple of weeks?

Just bought AMC April 7$. I think we get a pop in the next few days maybe to 10

like

Hi People,

I wanted to ask a query on how consultants work. A friend of mine is working for a company in Toronto. The work is super hectic. She works for about 12 hours per day. Also, they say she’s not allowed to take days off for a year. Is this even legal?

like

Thoughts on Asset Management as a career path? What are the pros/cons?

like

Will join USI Anyone from this group on 27th June??

like

How to best calculate the loss of value(diminished value)to my car due an accident? Insurance agency quoted a really lower amount.

like

115 base comp
15k quarterly bonus
130 TC
3-5 years experience Marketing Manager
I feel like this is low — what are some comparable TC packages?

Anyone looking to sublet a 2bd / 2bth at a new amenities building in River North? Rent is $3600

like

I’m a new contracts lawyer and am trying to learn how to harmonize indemnification with LOL. Any tips or resources? I know this is a broad question, but would appreciate any direction on what questions to ask when reviewing a K to do this.

like

Additional Posts in Advertising

Thoughts on having PMs manage media teams?

like

Hi all. I can't help but feel that my current 'Digital Managing Partner' job title is a little too niche when it comes to LinkedIn job/resume keyword relevance, particularly outside of a media agency environment. However, a 'Digital Director' title feels too junior and 'Managing Director' maybe a little more senior. Any logical suggestions please? Thanks

like

Mccann creatives - what are the good groups?

like

I don’t mean this sarcastically at all, but account people... why don’t you call clients on their crazy shit more? Is it a “pick your battles” thing?

like

Upvote if you're from Belgium and need to create stuff that work in 3 f*cking languages for less than 12.000.000 people 🇧🇪

like

how do we increase diversity in leadership positions when there are no job openings?

like

How’s BFG lookin these days?

like

What agency is doing the new Twizzler ads?

like

At what age did you buy your first house?

like

The 'F Word' in advertising is the word "forced." As in, "feels a bit forced." Not only can it make you question any idea, it can make you rethink your entire life & every decision you've ever made.

like

What was your most amazing day in advertising?

likeuplifting

Thanks to the robots, there’s just not a lot left to do.

So why do we still have to spend all our waking time playing office?

likefunny

I promise you, whatever you have to tell me as I sit down with my lunch is not as important as eating my lunch.

likesmart

In West Philadelphia born and raised...

like

Anyone on here worked with Edelman? Pros? Cons?

like

When some asshole won't quit singing in your meeting. I don't need to hear your "rnb sounds" 😘

like

Working with another agency on a project and think I'd rather work there. Protocol for reaching out to someone to pick their brain? Email? LinkedIn message?

like

Got any jokes?

like

So, I work in an agency, but recently someone reached out to me for freelance writing work. I guess it'll be long form ad copy, as they're asking me for a rate per word...
I have no idea what's standard here

likehelpful

What should you do if they don’t put your name on the credits of work that is yours? Anybody’s had this experience?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal