Image is everything Just seven percent of the impression you make at interview will be based on what you say. The rest - a staggering 93% - is down to how you behave, how you listen and how you look. Ladies first... Make your fashion fit the job Would you expect the new office junior to sport six earrings in one ear? Or the new managing director to turn up in trainers? A good rule of thumb is the more conventional the industry, the more conventional the clothes. Put paid to padded shoulders - they'll think your skills - as well as your style - are out of date. Don't flash too much flesh Skip the skimpy skirts and stockings, don't let your cleavage catch cold, and never go bare-legged - they'll think you couldn't be bothered. This is one occasion when less is not more. The more flesh you show, the less you'll impress. Be careful with colour The amount of colour you wear will depend on the industry. The more creative the industry, the more colourful the clothes. Colour draws attention to the face, and can make you look more alert. For maximum impact, create some contrast in your outfit. For example, wear a bright one-colour shirt under a dark two-piece suit. Beware black It can be too severe and too sombre for most industries. And black and white together can give you that waitress look. Opt instead for charcoal, dark brown or olive-coloured suits.

Good grooming for girls
Attention to detail is vital. Above all, avoid any distractions in your grooming. These 'interview incidentals' can be instrumental in your landing the job. Are you guilty of any of these grooming gaffes?

And for the boys...

Make your fashion fit the job
Would you expect the new office junior to sport six earrings in one ear? Or the new managing director to turn up in trainers? And can there ever be a good time to turn up at the company in combats? A good rule of thumb is the more conventional the industry, the more conventional the clothes. For example, the pinstripe is practically uniform in banking. If in doubt, get the suit out.

Be careful with colour
The amount of colour you wear should depend on the industry. The more creative the industry, the more colourful the gear. Create some contrast in your outfit. For example, wearing a dark suit with a lighter, coloured shirt and a woven silk tie to reflect the light works well. Colour draws attention to the face, and can make you look more alert. For maximum impact, create some contrast in your outfit. Wear a bright one-colour shirt under a dark two-piece suit, for example.

Be wary of black
It can be too severe and too sombre for most industries. And black and white together can give you that waiter look. Opt instead for navy, charcoal, or dark brown suits.

Be off with that beard!
Facial hair, especially beards, is not associated with management status. Beards also make you look older. Hair on the top of your head is good - as long as it's not greasy (which is the top turn-off for women).

Here comes the groomed
Attention to detail is vital. Above all, avoid any distractions in your grooming. These interview incidentals can be instrumental in landing you the job. Are you guilty of any of the following grooming gaffes?

Oh, and one final request - please bin the plastic bag that masquerades as a briefcase.