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I don't think I have a black-hat image.

Rather than spend so much time wondering if I'm going to get hired, or is it a problem that I've got this black-tar history, I've just got to keep doing what I'm doing and try to be decent.

I've always liked wearing black. Hats with veils would suit me just fine.

I used to think that I wanted to be a hat maker, but I don't think that would have worked out.

We tell applicants, 'If you don't intend to be here for life, you needn't apply.'

Imagine that everything you are typing is being read by the person you are applying to for your first job. Imagine that it's all going to be seen by your parents and your grandparents and your grandchildren as well.

So for Bullitt, I just put my black hat back on.

I have always advised people never to apply for a job you do not really want.

I began wearing hats as a young lawyer because it helped me to establish my professional identity. Before that, whenever I was at a meeting, someone would ask me to get coffee.

It's a practical matter. If you're useful to others, you'll be hired.