[holtjv]

I'll offer an opinion, but it's probably unqualified as I work in Austin and at a software company.

Although this description is sure to roll eyes to you all, I find that confidence is what sells you. So wear whatever you will feel most confident in, because if you're not, if will most definitely show.

My # 1 advice is this: ask a freaking ton of questions. Probe deeply into what the work climate is like, who you'll be working with, and what the landscape of the owners is (if there's more than one). A smart interviewer will respect the hell out of you if you ask intelligent questions.

WHATEVER you do, don't fill in empty air with needless blabbering. Ask the person about him/herself--people love to talk about themselves and they'll leave with a positive impression of you.

Finally, ask what happens next. And remember that if you take the job, it will be a major part of your life for many years--go into the interview with this attitude and you'll get the truth, which may or may not be what you want to hear.

Btw, I am the owner of a 30-person firm and have been through the ropes with hiring people.

Good luck and please keep us informed. Jack