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BNT · 8 May 2011, 12:57 PM

Hi Folks, I was just wondering if it is advisable to wear a Rolex watch for a job interview. I am an IT professional and in these hard economic times, I do not want to send the wrong impression to a potential employer. What do you think?

By the way, I have a Royal Blue, V serial, TT SubC with diamonds.

- BNT

chiko323 · 8 May 2011, 01:00 PM

I would say... No, unless it's you only have Rolex's because I think it's better to wear the Rolex then no watch. If you do go with a Rolex, just don't take the SubC with diamonds lol

wdalew5 · 8 May 2011, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by chiko323

I would say... No, unless it's you only have Rolex's because I think it's better to wear the Rolex then no watch. If you do go with a Rolex, just don't take the SubC with diamonds lol

I totally disagree.owning a Rolex is nothing to be ashamed of. It shows that you are hard worker and enjoy fine timepieces (since you could afford it). If the employer wants to hold you in contemt for owning a Rolex,then you need look else where for a job. Your interviewer may be right fully concerned that one day he may be WORKING FOR YOU........no need to flaunt it, but also no need to leave it at home either......

chiko323 · 8 May 2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by wdalew5

I totally disagree.owning a Rolex is nothing to be ashamed of. It shows that you are hard worker and enjoy fine timepieces (since you could afford it). If the employer wants to hold you in contemt for owning a Rolex,then you need look else where for a job. Your interviewer may be right fully concerned that one day he may be WORKING FOR YOU........no need to flaunt it, but also no need to leave it at home either......

Yes, to a WIS this is the message that a Rolex will send. Unfortunately, to the average person, a Rolex could send the wrong message :-(

Watchdog · 8 May 2011, 01:13 PM

Almost no one pays attention to our Rolex watches unless we draw attention to them. Wear it. You're far more interested in it than anyone else.

The Waddler · 9 May 2011, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kingkongkelley

Almost no one pays attention to our Rolex watches unless we draw attention to them. Wear it. You're far more interested in it than anyone else.

This

Everyone on here knows it's only us that cares about what watches we and others are wearing, right?!

timeisfathaoftruth · 8 May 2011, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by chiko323

Yes, to a WIS this is the message that a Rolex will send. Unfortunately, to the average person, a Rolex could send the wrong message :-(

The Rolex doesn't send the messge...The person wearing the Rolex sends the message. Nothing wrong with wearing a Rolex to an interview.

zocsos · 8 May 2011, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by wdalew5

i totally disagree.owning a rolex is nothing to be ashamed of. It shows that you are hard worker and enjoy fine timepieces (since you could afford it). If the employer wants to hold you in contemt for owning a rolex,then you need look else where for a job. Your interviewer may be right fully concerned that one day he may be working for you........no need to flaunt it, but also no need to leave it at home either......

+1

Johndoe · 9 May 2011, 11:18 AM

Wear it.

Outcome A: No one notices; you win and get the job.
Outcome B: They/He/She notices; and they/he/she acknowledges you have been successful in the past, are successful in the present (because you obviously haven't pawned it seeking shelter), and will be successful in the future. Cool caveat- they/he/she conducts zero research regarding the -Congratulations you've got the job take you out to lunch discussion topic.

Rollie2011 · 8 May 2011, 01:12 PM

For all intensive purposes, you will be wearing a long sleeved dress shirt and or a suit jacket. I don't think the rolex would stick out by any means....

Unless the interviewer is a WIS!

jezza17 · 8 May 2011, 03:24 PM

Agreed. Wear the rolex and get the job...

DCgator · 8 May 2011, 03:29 PM

Just don't flaunt or draw attention to it.

RollieKid · 8 May 2011, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DCgator

Just don't flaunt or draw attention to it.

X2

neondv8 · 8 May 2011, 02:18 PM

I did ..... and i got the job. HAHAHA!

Jannal · 8 May 2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by neondv8

I did ..... and i got the job. HAHAHA!

Me too!

poppydog · 8 May 2011, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jannal

Me too!

And me. It's my "lucky" watch.

mjm800 · 8 May 2011, 02:19 PM

Yes I would. Yes I have. And Yes I got the job.

johnbeth · 8 May 2011, 02:26 PM

Wearing a Rolex could be a good luck charm, on a serious note, im in IT and its your qualifications and attitude what sells you, not your watch. In my previous role I was managing a team and needed someone with specific skills. It did not matter what you look like, I needed that skill set and to work a specific working schedule (shift work). Whoever had the correct skills and agreed to working hours got the job.

sherwin · 9 May 2011, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by johnbeth

...It did not matter what you look like, I needed that skill set and to work a specific working schedule (shift work). Whoever had the correct skills and agreed to working hours got the job.

Even better if it was for minimum pay so that you can get the big fat bonus at the end of the year?

klayface · 8 May 2011, 03:35 PM

I did and I did get the job and beat out 47 other people and a massive group interview. Don't know if the mystical powers of da rolex did it.

gimpex · 8 May 2011, 04:24 PM

Depending on what you wear ( long sleeve) , chances are good no one will notice.

Especially if its a SS (or WG). from a metre or two away lots of watches look similar to those not interested.

applebook · 8 May 2011, 04:28 PM

I'm sorry, but a vast majority could care less what watch you're wearing, unless it's got erotic "art" on it or something offensive.

BNT · 8 May 2011, 04:52 PM

Thanks Guys, I was a bit concern that the folks at the interviewing panel may look upon me as priviledged, and lower my chances for getting the job.

- BNT

gimpex · 8 May 2011, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BNT

Thanks Guys, I was a bit concern that the folks at the interviewing panel may look upon me as priviledged, and lower my chances for getting the job.

- BNT

Are you applying for a job or a charity handout ??

gold canyon · 8 May 2011, 04:58 PM

Wear a Rolex to a job interview? Sure, perhaps one of the more discreet ones anyway.

troyus · 8 May 2011, 05:06 PM

Its a sign of sucess. Isnt that what you want to portray to a perspective employer?

Richard. · 8 May 2011, 05:44 PM

Yes, of course. The interviewer(s) are unlikely to even notice it unless you go out of your way to draw attention to it; which would not be a good idea.

Roja · 8 May 2011, 06:32 PM

Depends on the job you're interviewing for and on the Rolex you're wearing!

This question is a little vague. There are too many variables.

I can certainly imagine interviews and Rolexes where it would be a faux pas to combine the two, and conversely I can hypothesize a situation where it would serve you to do so.

KarlFr · 8 May 2011, 07:42 PM

wear your watch

Explorer 2011 · 8 May 2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by KarlFr

wear your watch

x2... Should never have to think about these things. Wear it and dont even think about it.

ps...I'd also say, if they're not into Rolex they won't notice it anyway. And if they are...you have something in common.

8 May 2011, 12:57 PM	#1
BNT Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: T&T Posts: 27	Would you wear a Rolex for a job interview? Hi Folks, I was just wondering if it is advisable to wear a Rolex watch for a job interview. I am an IT professional and in these hard economic times, I do not want to send the wrong impression to a potential employer. What do you think? By the way, I have a Royal Blue, V serial, TT SubC with diamonds. - BNT

8 May 2011, 02:19 PM	#17
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	Yes I would. Yes I have. And Yes I got the job. __________________

8 May 2011, 04:28 PM	#22
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	I'm sorry, but a vast majority could care less what watch you're wearing, unless it's got erotic "art" on it or something offensive. __________________

8 May 2011, 04:58 PM	#25
gold canyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Southwest Watch: R O L E X Posts: 1,188	Wear a Rolex to a job interview? Sure, perhaps one of the more discreet ones anyway. __________________ Just a Matter of Time

8 May 2011, 05:44 PM	#27
Richard. "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: UK Posts: 969	Yes, of course. The interviewer(s) are unlikely to even notice it unless you go out of your way to draw attention to it; which would not be a good idea. __________________ A father is someone who carries photographs in his wallet - where his money used to be.

8 May 2011, 01:00 PM	#2
chiko323 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MA Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 953	I would say... No, unless it's you only have Rolex's because I think it's better to wear the Rolex then no watch. If you do go with a Rolex, just don't take the SubC with diamonds lol

8 May 2011, 01:13 PM	#5
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Almost no one pays attention to our Rolex watches unless we draw attention to them. Wear it. You're far more interested in it than anyone else.

9 May 2011, 11:18 AM	#9
Johndoe Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Mostly N. America Watch: 116610LN Posts: 53	Wear it. Outcome A: No one notices; you win and get the job. Outcome B: They/He/She notices; and they/he/she acknowledges you have been successful in the past, are successful in the present (because you obviously haven't pawned it seeking shelter), and will be successful in the future. Cool caveat- they/he/she conducts zero research regarding the -Congratulations you've got the job take you out to lunch discussion topic.

8 May 2011, 01:12 PM	#10
Rollie2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: John Location: Palm Beach, FL Watch: Sub-C + Exp 42 Posts: 1,654	For all intensive purposes, you will be wearing a long sleeved dress shirt and or a suit jacket. I don't think the rolex would stick out by any means.... Unless the interviewer is a WIS!

8 May 2011, 03:24 PM	#11
jezza17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: DRSD Posts: 511	Agreed. Wear the rolex and get the job...

8 May 2011, 03:29 PM	#12
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Just don't flaunt or draw attention to it.

8 May 2011, 02:18 PM	#14
neondv8 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: jamie Location: shoreline,wa. Watch: 1984 submariner Posts: 45	I did ..... and i got the job. HAHAHA!

8 May 2011, 02:26 PM	#18
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Wearing a Rolex could be a good luck charm, on a serious note, im in IT and its your qualifications and attitude what sells you, not your watch. In my previous role I was managing a team and needed someone with specific skills. It did not matter what you look like, I needed that skill set and to work a specific working schedule (shift work). Whoever had the correct skills and agreed to working hours got the job.

8 May 2011, 03:35 PM	#20
klayface Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Chuck Norris Location: So. California Watch: SS Daytona w/ dial Posts: 346	I did and I did get the job and beat out 47 other people and a massive group interview. Don't know if the mystical powers of da rolex did it.

8 May 2011, 04:24 PM	#21
gimpex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Greg Location: Austria Watch: Sub C LV / Exp II Posts: 609	Depending on what you wear ( long sleeve) , chances are good no one will notice. Especially if its a SS (or WG). from a metre or two away lots of watches look similar to those not interested.

8 May 2011, 04:52 PM	#23
BNT Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: T&T Posts: 27	Thanks Guys, I was a bit concern that the folks at the interviewing panel may look upon me as priviledged, and lower my chances for getting the job. - BNT

8 May 2011, 05:06 PM	#26
troyus "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Troy Location: Perth, Australia Watch: Sub C 116610LN Posts: 80	Its a sign of sucess. Isnt that what you want to portray to a perspective employer?

8 May 2011, 06:32 PM	#28
Roja "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Pierre Location: Spain/Canada Watch: and learn... Posts: 533	Depends on the job you're interviewing for and on the Rolex you're wearing! This question is a little vague. There are too many variables. I can certainly imagine interviews and Rolexes where it would be a faux pas to combine the two, and conversely I can hypothesize a situation where it would serve you to do so.

8 May 2011, 07:42 PM	#29
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	wear your watch

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