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Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:40 pm

I am currently employed, and have an interview with another company on Friday for a position in management. My current employer is pretty lax regarding facial hair, so as some of you know I have a rockin' beard going on right now.

If you're a hiring manager, would someone showing up for an interview with a beard, rather than being cleaned up be a put off from the start?

I don't want to cause any unnecessary stress or an alarm with my current employer by coming in all cleaned up out of the blue if I don't have to...

I don't want to hurt my chances by not cleaning up, but at the same time, I don't want to cause a riff where I'm at potentially for no reason. My hope is that the interviewing company would understand my position in not wanting to cause a stir where I'm at if it isn't necessary.

Anyone have any insight from an HR or hiring standpoint? And yes, I understand that I can shave the beard, and it will grow back...that's not the problem. I just don't want to cause an issue if I'm going to be stuck here for a while...

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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby jehler » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:42 pm

Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?
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Postby Mornin Beef » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:43 pm

Babyface it. When Im hiring I dont want to see bullshit hangin off your lip in addition to you dogshit words.
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:44 pm

jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby jehler » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:45 pm

Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:46 pm

Mornin Beef wrote:Babyface it. When Im hiring I dont want to see bullshit hangin off your lip in addition to you dogshit words.

There won't be any bullshit coming out. I've done too many interviews to know that's not the way to go, and it's just not my style. What I think is what you're going to hear.

That will probably cost me more than a beard would, or pay huge dividends...
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Postby Mornin Beef » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:46 pm

jehler wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:47 pm

jehler wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
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When it comes to this, I can't diasgree...this is the only place I've known. I haven't been on the other side of an interview in over 9 years.
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:48 pm

Mornin Beef wrote:
jehler wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
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Postby DeadEye_Dan » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:49 pm

Trimmed beard/facial hair = fine

Yeti = interview over in :30 or less.


As horrible as it sounds, if I don't like you within 2 minutes of meeting you, you're toast and wont get serious consideration.
And if you're serious about impressing me and convincing me that you're the right candidate, you're appearance and first impression better be zeroed in.
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 7:52 pm

DeadEye_Dan wrote:Trimmed beard/facial hair = fine

Yeti = interview over in :30 or less.


As horrible as it sounds, if I don't like you within 2 minutes of meeting you, you're toast and wont get serious consideration.
And if you're serious about impressing me and convincing me that you're the right candidate, you're appearance and first impression better be zeroed in.

I agree with the 2 minutes part. When I interview people I do the same, but try not to let appearance be a huge factor. The first few words you say are the biggest deal to me.
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Postby waterfowlman » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:02 pm

Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...


Tell them that shaving your beard was the only way you could get rid of those damn crabs.
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby 3legged_lab » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:08 pm

jehler wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
jehler wrote:Why would shaving your beard cause an issue? And if a trimmed beard cost you a job is a job you really want?

It could cause an issue because they would "know" that I'm looking...I've been here for all of my adult career, and it would be pretty obvious if something this drastic changed out of nowhere...
you worry like a woman

Ha!

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Postby rebelp74 » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:09 pm

Tell them your beard is religious. It's win win, you don't have to shave and will get the job so they don't have to worry about the trouble of not hiring you because of religion.
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Postby bill herian » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:12 pm

Dude, your competing with other people from Illinois. If you can catch your drool before it hits your lap they'll hire you on the spot.
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:13 pm

rebelp74 wrote:Tell them your beard is religious. It's win win, you don't have to shave and will get the job so they don't have to worry about the trouble of not hiring you because of religion.

Hmmmmm. Didn't consider that one...
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:14 pm

bill herian wrote:Dude, your competing with other people from Illinois. If you can catch your drool before it hits your lap they'll hire you on the spot.

:lol: While I wish I was in WI, not all people from IL are as bad as you might think...
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Postby 3legged_lab » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:23 pm

Feelin' Fowl wrote:
rebelp74 wrote:Tell them your beard is religious. It's win win, you don't have to shave and will get the job so they don't have to worry about the trouble of not hiring you because of religion.

Hmmmmm. Didn't consider that one...

Just wrap your bath towel up on your head before you leave the house.
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:24 pm

3legged_lab wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
rebelp74 wrote:Tell them your beard is religious. It's win win, you don't have to shave and will get the job so they don't have to worry about the trouble of not hiring you because of religion.

Hmmmmm. Didn't consider that one...

Just wrap your bath towel up on your head before you leave the house.

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Postby Mornin Beef » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:36 pm

Fowlfeeliong< juxt throw shit around and scare people. then post your babes ring finger, then show a picture of her with a cowardice look. Just get in there and go over the top. Drink motor oil.
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Postby rebelp74 » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:40 pm

Step Brother that shit!
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:48 pm

rebelp74 wrote:Step Brother that shit!

Sing with the voice of an Angel? Shout Prestige World Wide over and over???
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Postby rebelp74 » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:51 pm

Feelin' Fowl wrote:
rebelp74 wrote:Step Brother that shit!

Sing with the voice of an Angel? Shout Prestige World Wide over and over???

We're to fuck shit up! So your name is Pann. Now let's ask you a few questions!
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 8:54 pm

rebelp74 wrote:
Feelin' Fowl wrote:
rebelp74 wrote:Step Brother that shit!

Sing with the voice of an Angel? Shout Prestige World Wide over and over???

We're to fuck shit up! So your name is Pann. Now let's ask you a few questions!

:lol: Can't see that being any better (or worse) than the beard...
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Postby Willie » Wed Jul 03, 2013 10:24 pm

Still don't understand the big beard in the summer. I blame it on the Robertson's. I'd shave it if I were you.
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby QH's Paw » Wed Jul 03, 2013 10:52 pm

I can't believe no one has asked what type of business. I mean if you're going for manager of a sporting goods retaiiler or, landscaping business or, some type of investment brokerage. Really, it all depends, it's relative. Just saying management doesn't define it enough.
I'm of the school if you think your beard is a problem at the interview, do you really want to work for them?
Are you willing to remain beardless through out your term of employment? If not, then don't shave. That doesn't mean you shouldn't trim it up some.
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Wed Jul 03, 2013 11:20 pm

QH's Paw wrote:I can't believe no one has asked what type of business. I mean if you're going for manager of a sporting goods retaiiler or, landscaping business or, some type of investment brokerage. Really, it all depends, it's relative. Just saying management doesn't define it enough.
I'm of the school if you think your beard is a problem at the interview, do you really want to work for them?
Are you willing to remain beardless through out your term of employment? If not, then don't shave. That doesn't mean you shouldn't trim it up some.

It's for a distribution center for a national retailer. DC Manager is the title of the position.

Good thoughts QH. Thanks.
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Postby one2many » Thu Jul 04, 2013 3:14 am

i will not hire anyone that shows up to interview looking like me. beard trimmed and better have clean clothes that are not all ripped up and shit. dont go in over dressed either
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Re: Any Hr Professionals/Hiring Managers out there?

Postby one2many » Thu Jul 04, 2013 3:16 am

Willie wrote:Still don't understand the big beard in the summer. I blame it on the Robertson's. I'd shave it if I were you.

wtf you talking bout Willis i would start growing my beard as soon as school was out in the spring, that was back in the mid 80's nothing to do with the Robertsons all about being a manly man
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Postby Feelin' Fowl » Thu Jul 04, 2013 3:21 am

one2many wrote:i will not hire anyone that shows up to interview looking like me. beard trimmed and better have clean clothes that are not all ripped up and shit. dont go in over dressed either

That doesn't help. As far as I know, you're the rock!
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