College of Business hosts first annual Professional Men’s Event

Do you want to make a great impression at your next job interview? Have you wondered how to tie a bow tie? Whether students are graduating next month or next semester, upperclassmen need to know how to dress for job interviews or the first day in the office. On Tuesday, Lipscomb’s College of Business will be hosting the first annual Professional Men’s Event. The free event is in collaboration with the Fashion Merchandising Program, Career Development Center, and AWL & Alumni Relations. There will be free food and plenty of advice from a panel of guest speakers pulled from the business professional world. Leanne Smith from Lipscomb’s College of Business talked with us about the event and what we can expect from the first Professional Men’s Event on campus. “We’ve had two Professional Women’s Events. A few men have asked why we were having these events only for the women.” Smith said. “Last year I asked a student team to write a proposal for what a Professional Men’s Event should look like. They envisioned an event with a heavy networking component, and they suggested some fashion instruction instead.” When it is time to embark into the real world, Smith says dressing to impress is important. “While clothes and grooming alone don’t make you credible, they can help you make a strong first impression.” Smith said. “For young people, this is especially important. If you want to be taken seriously, and if you want to distinguish yourself among a throng of job applicants, you need to polish your social skills along with your shoes.” Ms. Smith says that the College...