Dress for Success
Shoes, shirts, and pants should always be clean and free of these.
What are wrinkles and stains?
Making this type of contact shows confidence and attentiveness.
What is eye contact?
This should always be turned on during virtual meetings unless otherwise noted.
What is your camera?
Saying “thank you” after receiving help shows this quality.
What is gratitude/professional courtesy?
Saying “good morning” or greeting coworkers shows this.
What is friendliness/respect?
This type of attire is often expected at interviews.
What is business professional?
Sitting or standing up straight shows this quality.
What is confidence/professional posture?
The space behind you during a virtual meeting is called this.
What is your background?
Emails and presentations should always be checked for these before sending.
What are spelling and grammar errors?
Arriving 10–15 minutes early for this shows preparedness.
What is an interview/meeting?
Dressing a step above the company’s normal culture is a good rule for this occasion.
What is a job interview?
This nonverbal gesture, when firm, is often used to greet someone professionally.
What is a handshake?
It’s best to mute yourself when you’re not doing this.
What is speaking?
Using too much slang or text abbreviations in professional emails can come across as this.
What is unprofessional?
Having your phone on silent during meetings avoids these.
What are distractions/interruptions?
This type of “casual” dress code is common in tech, but still requires neat clothing.
What is business casual?
Crossing your arms during a meeting may unintentionally send this signal.
What is defensiveness/closed-off body language?
Dressing this way, even when remote, helps maintain professionalism.
What is as if you’re in the office/business casual?
Ending an email with your name and contact info is called this.
What is an email signature?
Giving credit to others when they helped with work shows this.
What is teamwork/acknowledgment?
Wearing this item too strongly (like perfume or cologne) can be distracting.
What are fragrances/scents?
Speaking too quickly can make you sound nervous; instead, it’s best to do this.
What is speak slowly and clearly?
Joining meetings on time shows this professional quality.
What is punctuality/respect for others’ time?
The tone of your email should always remain this, even when you’re frustrated.
What is professional/respectful?
Following up after a meeting or interview with this is seen as professional courtesy.
What is a thank-you email/note?