Actions of several consultants working for me, a few candidates, and even a few hiring managers, got me thinking about the word integrity over the past several weeks. To me, integrity means never deviating from being honest, reliable, dependable, hard working, and trustworthy. I have seen so many people deviate from those standards of late that I really starting questioning whether or not I understood the true meaning of integrity!

Numerous dictionary sites all have basically the same definition and here it is: adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.

Look at yourself in a mirror and decide if you fit the definition of integrity. If not, the time has come to fix this and fix it fast before others notice your flaws!

Interview Wardrobes

Suffice it to say I am not a fashion consultant, never have been, never will be, and never will be confused for one! Numerous people have told me they are concerned as things begin to turn around that their interview clothes are out of date or worn out. Do not fret. Pull them out of moth balls, visit a dry cleaner (and perhaps a tailor) and see if a few dollars rejuvenates them. If not, skip the high price mall shops and visit the off price retailers. Find lots of separates (applies to both men and women) so you may create a large wardrobe out of perhaps 2 or 3 groupings of clothing. Neat but basic work work just fine! Good luck!