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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 :-(

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!

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.

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.

neondv8 · 8 May 2011, 02:18 PM

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

mjm800 · 8 May 2011, 02:19 PM

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Quote:

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.

poppydog · 8 May 2011, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jannal

Me too!

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

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

HL65 · 8 May 2011, 07:47 PM

Not sure where you guys work but I wear my Rolexes every day and have never had anyone notice them or remark on them. The only people who could care less are other Rolex enthusiasts and they aren't at work but are right here on TRF and other forums! So--Long answer but: YES!! Just don't wear it on a necklace as a charm--keep it on your wrist and you will fine. Also--Don't ask interviewer what time it is and then throw your wrist out and say it is : Time to get a new watch--Rolex time for me......

Kiwinz · 8 May 2011, 08:45 PM

I would be more concerned about the interview and how to answer the tricky questions than thinking about what watch to wear

Concentrate on the job

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.

jx299 · 8 May 2011, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Not sure where you guys work but I wear my Rolexes every day and have never had anyone notice them or remark on them. The only people who could care less are other Rolex enthusiasts and they aren't at work but are right here on TRF and other forums! So--Long answer but: YES!! Just don't wear it on a necklace as a charm--keep it on your wrist and you will fine. Also--Don't ask interviewer what time it is and then throw your wrist out and say it is : Time to get a new watch--Rolex time for me......

Same here. I work in an Internet company and nobody noticed my watch except a Panerai enthusiasts.

Plus people have different preference and priorities in life. My boss who has a nice house and a summer house wears a Timex.

But if your question is will you wear a $2000 flashy suite to a job interview, the answer is no.

StarSovereign · 8 May 2011, 08:53 PM

Of course you should. And if you have a $2000 suit, wear that too!

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	#9
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	#16
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	#20
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	#22
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, 01:12 PM	#5
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, 01:13 PM	#6
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.

8 May 2011, 02:18 PM	#8
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	#11
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, 03:24 PM	#12
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	#13
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, 03:35 PM	#14
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	#15
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	#18
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	#21
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	#24
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	#25
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	wear your watch

8 May 2011, 07:47 PM	#26
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Not sure where you guys work but I wear my Rolexes every day and have never had anyone notice them or remark on them. The only people who could care less are other Rolex enthusiasts and they aren't at work but are right here on TRF and other forums! So--Long answer but: YES!! Just don't wear it on a necklace as a charm--keep it on your wrist and you will fine. Also--Don't ask interviewer what time it is and then throw your wrist out and say it is : Time to get a new watch--Rolex time for me...... __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

8 May 2011, 08:45 PM	#27
Kiwinz Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Mario Location: USA / NZ Watch: All sorts Posts: 799	I would be more concerned about the interview and how to answer the tricky questions than thinking about what watch to wear Concentrate on the job

8 May 2011, 08:53 PM	#30
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	Of course you should. And if you have a $2000 suit, wear that too! __________________ Submariner 116610LN - Black Dial & Stainless Steel DateJust 116234 - White Stick Dial & Roulette Wheel GMT-Master II 116710LN - Black Dial & Green "Fouth Hand"

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