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Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVICE

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LT Transitioner Needs Hair Style for Interview


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SherylsTresses

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:hiya2: I have an interview with a fortune 500 company scheduled for this Friday. :dollar: I’m a tenured employee with this company and looking to move into another department. :rosebud: Now, I've been advised that I am the preferred applicant and the first to be interviewed for the position.:clap: The hiring manager and her department knows me very well since we all report to the same vice president. :up:



I am one year and two months post relaxer. In a perfect world I would wear my braided bun, but I know that's not acceptable. During special occasions at work, I would flat iron.
:kiss3: My problem is that if I had flat-ironed over the weekend, my hair would revert by Friday for the interview. My flat-ironing routine is time-consuming so it would inconvenience me to do it during the week. I believe braidouts are unacceptable but I’m not sure. :blush:



I've been contemplating flat-ironing regardless or by a stylist, purchasing a wig, getting a sew-in or slicking my hair back and wearing a phony bun that matches my natural hair.
:detective: I'm not sure how corporate would view a natural bun at an interview. :eye:


Please give me your advice.
:help2: Thanks so much in advance.

 
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Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I think a slick bun will be fine. That's how I plan to wear my hair to my med school interviews and since you're already the preferred applicant, I don't see how a "natural" bun can possibly be held against you.
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

Agreed, slick bun would be totally appropriate. Don't fall into the trap that 'natural hair isn't professional'

Good luck on your interview!
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I say wig it. Actually, I'm in a similar situation. I have a big interview tomorrow and I purchased a wig - human hair (I'm using it as a half wig). I left my hair our in the front and back - just a little to cover the wig. Came home tonight washed it using the Mizani Thermasmooth system. I'm going to bed with rollers in my hair (about 8 total). When I wake up, if my hair isn't straight enough - which it usually is, I'll just go over my hair (mostly just the roots and the ends) with the flat iron and roll out. Since the interview is with people you know, if you get a wig, make sure it looks similar to your hair when you wear it straight and you should be set.

I wouldn't worry about it to-to much since they do know you and are obviously comfortable with your style or they wouldn't bring you in for the interview. Don't stress about it - I'm ministering to myself here too:-) While hair is important, it's not the most important part of the interview. Do what you can do best with your hair and Bring your A game, the rest will take care of itself.
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

co-sign on bun hairdo.

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Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I agree with the bun...best wishes on your interview! :yep:
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I agree on the slick bun, totally professional!
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I agree w/ others... A bun is def the way to go. Slick your edges w/ a scarf and smooth that bun back... very professional and classy :up:
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

As always, you ladies are wonderful...!!! :sunshine: :thankyou:
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

nothing more to add apart from best wishes for the interview
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR INTERVIEW!!!! :-)
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

bun or a cute half wig! ur hair in bur siggy is luscious by the way!!
 
Re: Long term transitioners-Hairstyles for interview w/ fortune 500 company NEED ADVI

I hope you get that job. :)
 
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