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Backpack for a interview

Hi I have a interview on Monday where I will be taking public transit to the interview and immediately heading out to my current rn job go after. Would it be OK to bring my backpack? I need my scrubs to change into after and i won't have a car to store my stuff in. And if i do bring it do u think I can ask the person at the desk to hold it for me? Or just bring it into the interview and say I'm heading to work after... Or bring it and say nothing ? Tips advice please!

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    I don't think there would be a problem politely asking the receptionist if there is anywhere 'out of the way' you could put your backpack while in the interview. I'm sure the receptionist would advise to either leave it near the desk or if it's okay to take it in with you. The interviewers are more interested in getting to know you and if you are presented well, I don't think they would be bothered by a backpack sitting at your feet. Good luck in the interview!

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    Instead of a backpack, if there is a nice purse, large enough to slide a set of scrubs into. Backpack looks a little to casual. if there is not another option, when you check in with the receptionist, see if there is a place to store your bag before the interview.

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    I would take something more professional-looking, like a tote or rolling bag. You can get a decent tote at a discount store like Ross, Marshall's, or TJ Maxx for $40 bucks or less. I have a professional commuter bag that executives use that I got on sale at Office Depot, of all places, for $30. I was complimented on it a few times.

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    I don't think it would be a problem, as long as isn't as big as a sherpa's!

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    Instead of a backpack, if there is a nice purse, large enough to slide a set of scrubs into.

    Or briefcase/messenger bag if you're a dude. ;)

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    I don't see what the problem is with bringing the bag. I certainly wouldn't shell out $$$ on something to use just for an interview. If it's in bad condition, then perhaps I would go with the suggestion to ask the receptionist if there's a place you can put t while you have your interview.

    Good luck!

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    Hi. I went for the interview today and I brought my regular knapsack and just asked the receptionist to keep it at her desk. The actual interviewer did end up seeing my bag on the way out.... either way, it was no problem bc I already got the call for the second interview this Thursday !! It's for a ed fellowship for a big hospital in nyc and I am very excited.

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