Q&A for How to Appear Professional

Yes, a watch in an appropriate style will often make you look more professional, since you will give the impression that you care about being punctual. Just make sure it is a nice watch - you don't have to buy a designer watch for hundreds of dollars, but something out of the kid's section won't do! Something tasteful with a metal finish and a metal or leather band is usually ideal.

Try to focus on the key aspects of the services you offer. Consider things like target demographic, type of services provided, types of services and the quality your competition offers, as well as aspects of your own position. What points tie directly into your own responsibilities? How would you look at the services of your company as a client? What would you look for? Try to find all those common points and tie them back to what you yourself can potentially improve.

No, anyone can join LinkedIn to highlight work experience.

It depends. Long acrylic nails are likely not appropriate, while simple clear polish is almost definitely acceptable. A simple French manicure is also likely to be appropriate. Polish with glitter, gems, sequins, or neon colors are almost certainly not appropriate in an office setting. Other colors, like red, black, teal, grey, etc. may or may not be acceptable, depending on the office. If in doubt, check out what your colleagues are wearing.

One of the wonderful benefits of being honest is that you won't have very much to remember at all because they are facts and therefore remain constant. If you have things that are difficult to remember, consider keeping a notepad or agenda book so you can bullet point things that you may need to reference to jog your memory later. You may also employ this method electronically using a Word document.

It's fine to wear your hair loose for work. Just make sure your hair is well-groomed and styled in a way that cannot be perceived as a distraction.