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Blown Wide Open · 26 February 2007, 07:20 PM

Hey everyone. I have 4 interviews coming up this week. All in the Pharmaceutical, Medical device industry.

My question is this. Should I wear a Rolex, or go with a Tag to be safe.

I am a pretty firm believer with the whole conservitive look for interviews, and a Rolex (although I know better), doesn't always say understated to those across a desk.

I'm thinking more SS Datejust and Airking than GMT or SUB for those wondering.

PAtrick

mansion · 26 February 2007, 07:49 PM

Go for it. The medical devices people will see you as someone who appreciates good engineering and craftmanship (bal bal bla).

They'll also conclude that you are a man of taste, of course.

Alex Stylianou · 27 February 2007, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by mansion

Go for it. The medical devices people will see you as someone who appreciates good engineering and craftmanship (bal bal bla).

They'll also conclude that you are a man of taste, of course.

what he said

padi56 · 26 February 2007, 08:01 PM

Well Patrick surely you would be judged on how you would contribute to the company as a person. And not with what watch you was wearing,so relax be yourself, just wear what you feel comfortable with.And how you conduct and promote yourself at the interview, is far more important than any watch in my book, best of luck hope all goes well.

Prince · 26 February 2007, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Well Patrick surely you would be judged on how you would contribute to the company as a person. And not with what watch you was wearing,so relax be yourself, just wear what you feel comfortable with.And how you conduct and promote yourself at the interview, is far more important than any watch in my book, best of luck hope all goes well.

Agree with Peter. When I have held interviews for positions, I did not even pay attention to what watch the person was wearing.

Edensknight · 27 February 2007, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Well Patrick surely you would be judged on how you would contribute to the company as a person. And not with what watch you was wearing,so relax be yourself, just wear what you feel comfortable with.And how you conduct and promote yourself at the interview, is far more important than any watch in my book, best of luck hope all goes well.

Best of luck to you.

Dr Rock · 26 February 2007, 08:03 PM

You don't want to be wearing anything that is going to distract you from the interview..

Good luck anyway!

President · 26 February 2007, 08:30 PM

Will the person who is interviewing you be higher or lower (hierarchy wise) than you?

ROLEX4EvEr · 26 February 2007, 08:34 PM

Id say no, what if the guy interviewing you is little envious of your Rolex when he himself has a plastic Casio on. Good luck

greenfan · 26 February 2007, 08:58 PM

I guess you´d go to the interview wearing a suit, right. Then the sleeves will somehow "cover" your watch. Anyway, that´s the watch you´re wearing, it´s you, you don´t have to take it off. As you know there is never a correct yes or no answer to these questions. Wear the watch you feel like wearing...

BHE · 26 February 2007, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEX4EvEr

Id say no, what if the guy interviewing you is little envious of your Rolex when he himself has a plastic Casio on. Good luck

Patrick, wear the Rolex on your interviews. You will be interviewing with the highering manager or the regional manager depending on where you are in the interview process. Believe me, the people interviewing you will not be wearing a plastic casio. I'm not sure of your background but I'm assuming you were in some type of B2B sales prior to this. If this is the case your Rolex certainly will give the impression you were successful at your last job. When interviewing for these types of jobs the highering managers look for specific proof of success, i.e. awards, rankings, ROLEX!!!

The last piece of advice I can provide is wear whatever watch you feel comfortable with. The last thing you want is to be thinking what the interviewer thinks of your watch---you'd rather concentrate on formulating answers to their questions. By the way, I am a regional account manager in the Pharmaceutical market!!!!

MOST IMPORTANT: DO NOT WALK OUT OF THE INTERVIEW WITHOUT ASKING FOR THE JOB!!!!!

ezmoney46 · 27 February 2007, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BHE

Patrick, wear the Rolex on your interviews. You will be interviewing with the highering manager or the regional manager depending on where you are in the interview process. Believe me, the people interviewing you will not be wearing a plastic casio. I'm not sure of your background but I'm assuming you were in some type of B2B sales prior to this. If this is the case your Rolex certainly will give the impression you were successful at your last job. When interviewing for these types of jobs the highering managers look for specific proof of success, i.e. awards, rankings, ROLEX!!!

The last piece of advice I can provide is wear whatever watch you feel comfortable with. The last thing you want is to be thinking what the interviewer thinks of your watch---you'd rather concentrate on formulating answers to their questions. By the way, I am a regional account manager in the Pharmaceutical market!!!!

MOST IMPORTANT: DO NOT WALK OUT OF THE INTERVIEW WITHOUT ASKING FOR THE JOB!!!!!

Agree, I'm in sales as well.

Kris · 27 February 2007, 03:28 PM

Wear it. Unless it's solid gold, the interviewer isn't going to notice.

The only person that would notice it if it's a SS or platinum is someone who knows Rolex style. The "Rolex" name on the dial is so small that unless they have microscope glasses on, they wouldn't know what brand it is.

Blown Wide Open · 27 February 2007, 04:30 PM

Thank you for the good wishes and the extreemly sound advice everyone.

The thing I am most proud of is my brag book of past accomplishments. I have the rankings, awards, ect., that are extreemly important. Plus, not to shine my own shoes, but I think I interview pretty well. I have the confidence from proving myself in two previous sales positions. One with Xerox, one with a large Pharmaceutical company.

However, with that being said, I think I am going to go with the Airking.

Plain, conservative, down to earth, yet shows besides what is on paper, I have taste and willingness to earn a bonus. If they even notice...lol...

The reason why I ask is because I am guilty or when meeting someone, I always look at what they are wearing. I'm not saying I judge them on it...exactly, but it does leave a definate first impression before I get to know said person. Basically, I'm looking for a positive first impression, and let my work history, refrences, and myself do the rest.

Thank you again for the feedback.

Patrick

Remember2 · 26 February 2007, 08:57 PM

I'd say yes. You can always take it off, if you feel it's unsuitable.

If he/she has a high end watch him/herself you might score some cheap points...

leopardprey · 26 February 2007, 09:04 PM

Wear it.

Dimitris · 26 February 2007, 10:00 PM

Wear it, then they know that you are a perfectionist with no compromisses, nothing but the best.

GerardoG · 26 February 2007, 10:42 PM

Wear it, it is YOU.

astcell · 26 February 2007, 11:10 PM

Wear it. It is one more thing to help you be remembered.

One buit of advice. If he asks how you got it, don't say that you sued the last guy who interviewed you for a job for discrimination and settled out of court.

President · 26 February 2007, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

Wear it. It is one more thing to help you be remembered.

One buit of advice. If he asks how you got it, don't say that you sued the last guy who interviewed you for a job for discrimination and settled out of court.

Is that what happened?

Wayno · 27 February 2007, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by President

Is that what happened?

Unbelivable

JJ Irani · 27 February 2007, 04:34 AM

Hi Patrick,

I'd go with what BHE said above. Makes sense to me.

And good luck with the job.....I think we both need a change of fortune, uh?

President · 27 February 2007, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Wayno

Unbelivable

I thought you blocked me.

montecristo · 27 February 2007, 12:14 AM

Should be fine, I'd have more faith in someone who is sporting a rolex anyway in a professional environment.

nko51 · 27 February 2007, 12:22 AM

It's not what you wear, but how you wear it.

mrbieler · 27 February 2007, 12:26 AM

Wear it or whatever watch catches your fancy that morning.

They're going to be interviewing the best candidate they can get, Rolex, Tag, Timex, or none at all.

Do the interview right and the person you're talking to will be telling you all about HIS/HER watch and you'll be the one sitting back taking mental notes and passing judgment. :)

santaclaus2100 · 27 February 2007, 01:04 AM

Patrick,

I would say, "Wear it." Just be yourself, if you are going to be conscious of the watch you are wearing, you will be distracted from the interview.

Like the Heineken tag line, "Be true to yourself". (from the old ads).

Good luck with the interview, I am sure you will ace it.

On another note, I am currently considering my next watch.

It is between the SS GMT pepsi dial and the TT GMT root beer dial.

But I am worried about being too flashy with the TT, gold and steel. (being self conscious) Anyway... this isn't the place for this topic.

Good luck, Patrick.

Rubenonfire · 27 February 2007, 03:58 AM

I would rock that Sub to no end, brother, or whatever you feel comfortable with that day, especially. Most people have power ties, and you'll want to pair that with your power watch, whatever makes you feel the most confidence and calm, two characteristics that any interviewer worth working with will be looking for. You wear your watch, it doesn't wear you...
If the position you're interviewing for is in sales, especially, you'll want them to know that all your success didn't happen accidentally...you've sold above and beyond what was required to be able to afford such a luxury, which you'll obviously signal to them is a tradition you plan to continue.
Good luck, and let us know how it goes.

finance21 · 27 February 2007, 04:54 AM

Rule of thumb is that you should not wear any watch at all during an interview. No need to tell what the time is, you are there to discuss the opportunity not show off possessions. While I realize YOU are not showing off, those who are not WIS like us may not view it in the same manner.

Rubenonfire no offense at all mate, but I could not disagree more. A 5k watch is not a sign of success; anyone can buy it (that is why our national savings rate is at an all time low).

Rubenonfire · 27 February 2007, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by finance21

Rule of thumb is that you should not wear any watch at all during an interview. No need to tell what the time is, you are there to discuss the opportunity not show off possessions. While I realize YOU are not showing off, those who are not WIS like us may not view it in the same manner.

Rubenonfire no offense at all mate, but I could not disagree more. A 5k watch is not a sign of success; anyone can buy it (that is why our national savings rate is at an all time low).

None taken at all, of course!

Anyone can buy one, but not everyone can afford it...
Also, naturally if you didn't have a clue what you were talking about in your interview or if you didn't have any past succeses or achievements, then NO watch (or any other accoutrement) will be able to save you. It only supplements your claims to achievement and success, particularly in sales. In the long run, however, ONLY your performance will be used to judge your abilities, and I doubt if there's a 'right' answer to this question. Whatever gives you confidence and calm...the broken record continues.

26 February 2007, 07:20 PM	#1
Blown Wide Open "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Patrick Location: Pennsylvania Watch: All with a crown. Posts: 504	Should I, or shouldn't I wear a Rolex to my interviews. Hey everyone. I have 4 interviews coming up this week. All in the Pharmaceutical, Medical device industry. My question is this. Should I wear a Rolex, or go with a Tag to be safe. I am a pretty firm believer with the whole conservitive look for interviews, and a Rolex (although I know better), doesn't always say understated to those across a desk. I'm thinking more SS Datejust and Airking than GMT or SUB for those wondering. PAtrick __________________ "I wouldn't be part of any club that would have me as a member." Instagram: El_Diablo_Rosso

26 February 2007, 08:01 PM	#4
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,766	Well Patrick surely you would be judged on how you would contribute to the company as a person. And not with what watch you was wearing,so relax be yourself, just wear what you feel comfortable with.And how you conduct and promote yourself at the interview, is far more important than any watch in my book, best of luck hope all goes well. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

26 February 2007, 08:34 PM	#9
ROLEX4EvEr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Freddy Location: NYC Watch: My Back Posts: 819	Id say no, what if the guy interviewing you is little envious of your Rolex when he himself has a plastic Casio on. Good luck __________________

26 February 2007, 08:58 PM	#10
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	I guess you´d go to the interview wearing a suit, right. Then the sleeves will somehow "cover" your watch. Anyway, that´s the watch you´re wearing, it´s you, you don´t have to take it off. As you know there is never a correct yes or no answer to these questions. Wear the watch you feel like wearing... __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

27 February 2007, 04:30 PM	#14
Blown Wide Open "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Patrick Location: Pennsylvania Watch: All with a crown. Posts: 504	Thank you for the good wishes and the extreemly sound advice everyone. The thing I am most proud of is my brag book of past accomplishments. I have the rankings, awards, ect., that are extreemly important. Plus, not to shine my own shoes, but I think I interview pretty well. I have the confidence from proving myself in two previous sales positions. One with Xerox, one with a large Pharmaceutical company. However, with that being said, I think I am going to go with the Airking. Plain, conservative, down to earth, yet shows besides what is on paper, I have taste and willingness to earn a bonus. If they even notice...lol... The reason why I ask is because I am guilty or when meeting someone, I always look at what they are wearing. I'm not saying I judge them on it...exactly, but it does leave a definate first impression before I get to know said person. Basically, I'm looking for a positive first impression, and let my work history, refrences, and myself do the rest. Thank you again for the feedback. Patrick __________________ "I wouldn't be part of any club that would have me as a member." Instagram: El_Diablo_Rosso Last edited by Blown Wide Open; 27 February 2007 at 06:16 PM..

26 February 2007, 07:49 PM	#2
mansion Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: switzerland Posts: 196	Go for it. The medical devices people will see you as someone who appreciates good engineering and craftmanship (bal bal bla). They'll also conclude that you are a man of taste, of course.

26 February 2007, 08:03 PM	#7
Dr Rock "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 58	You don't want to be wearing anything that is going to distract you from the interview.. Good luck anyway!

26 February 2007, 08:30 PM	#8
President Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: M.Thatcher MP Location: Le Locle Watch: Bear Grylls Posts: 2,913	Will the person who is interviewing you be higher or lower (hierarchy wise) than you?

27 February 2007, 03:28 PM	#13
Kris Banned Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada Watch: Sea-Dweller Z-ser. Posts: 313	Wear it. Unless it's solid gold, the interviewer isn't going to notice. The only person that would notice it if it's a SS or platinum is someone who knows Rolex style. The "Rolex" name on the dial is so small that unless they have microscope glasses on, they wouldn't know what brand it is.

26 February 2007, 08:57 PM	#15
Remember2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Claus Location: Denmark Posts: 294	I'd say yes. You can always take it off, if you feel it's unsuitable. If he/she has a high end watch him/herself you might score some cheap points...

26 February 2007, 09:04 PM	#16
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Wear it.

26 February 2007, 10:00 PM	#17
Dimitris Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rhodes, Greece Posts: 85	Wear it, then they know that you are a perfectionist with no compromisses, nothing but the best.

26 February 2007, 10:42 PM	#18
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Wear it, it is YOU.

26 February 2007, 11:10 PM	#19
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Wear it. It is one more thing to help you be remembered. One buit of advice. If he asks how you got it, don't say that you sued the last guy who interviewed you for a job for discrimination and settled out of court.

27 February 2007, 04:34 AM	#22
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hi Patrick, I'd go with what BHE said above. Makes sense to me. And good luck with the job.....I think we both need a change of fortune, uh? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

27 February 2007, 12:14 AM	#24
montecristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: New York Watch: 116234 DateJust Posts: 1,769	Should be fine, I'd have more faith in someone who is sporting a rolex anyway in a professional environment. __________________ My Rolex reference books collection: The Rolex Report: An Unauthorized Reference Book For The Rolex Enthusiast Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover) Vintage Rolex Sports Models: A Complete Visual Reference & Unauthorized History (Hardcover)

27 February 2007, 12:22 AM	#25
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	It's not what you wear, but how you wear it. __________________

27 February 2007, 12:26 AM	#26
mrbieler "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Lost Angeles Watch: all about acrylic Posts: 683	Wear it or whatever watch catches your fancy that morning. They're going to be interviewing the best candidate they can get, Rolex, Tag, Timex, or none at all. Do the interview right and the person you're talking to will be telling you all about HIS/HER watch and you'll be the one sitting back taking mental notes and passing judgment. :) __________________ - Jeff Cursimus Cum Forfex

27 February 2007, 01:04 AM	#27
santaclaus2100 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Han Location: Singapore Watch: TT GMT Master II Posts: 130	Wear it !!! Patrick, I would say, "Wear it." Just be yourself, if you are going to be conscious of the watch you are wearing, you will be distracted from the interview. Like the Heineken tag line, "Be true to yourself". (from the old ads). Good luck with the interview, I am sure you will ace it. On another note, I am currently considering my next watch. It is between the SS GMT pepsi dial and the TT GMT root beer dial. But I am worried about being too flashy with the TT, gold and steel. (being self conscious) Anyway... this isn't the place for this topic. Good luck, Patrick.

27 February 2007, 03:58 AM	#28
Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	I would rock that Sub to no end, brother, or whatever you feel comfortable with that day, especially. Most people have power ties, and you'll want to pair that with your power watch, whatever makes you feel the most confidence and calm, two characteristics that any interviewer worth working with will be looking for. You wear your watch, it doesn't wear you... If the position you're interviewing for is in sales, especially, you'll want them to know that all your success didn't happen accidentally...you've sold above and beyond what was required to be able to afford such a luxury, which you'll obviously signal to them is a tradition you plan to continue. Good luck, and let us know how it goes.

27 February 2007, 04:54 AM	#29
finance21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: U.S.A Posts: 363	Rule of thumb is that you should not wear any watch at all during an interview. No need to tell what the time is, you are there to discuss the opportunity not show off possessions. While I realize YOU are not showing off, those who are not WIS like us may not view it in the same manner. Rubenonfire no offense at all mate, but I could not disagree more. A 5k watch is not a sign of success; anyone can buy it (that is why our national savings rate is at an all time low).

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