A few suggested guidelines are• Pre-plan your business wardrobe and
have an “emergency” outfit on hand.
• Go for cuts/styles that flatter you rather
than what you “like”.
• Do learn about dress codes and etiquette
Confidence
for different situations and places, particuThe modern business professional exists in
larly as regards “business wear”, “smart
a competitive world where the slightest adcasual,” “Black tie”, “Formal”, etc. The goal
vantage is valuable beyond measure. Proshould be to always dress appropriately for
jecting a confident and competent aura is
the occasion.
not a skill that is developed overnight, and
becoming proficient at doing so is a prodThe cardinal rule for achieving a profesuct of time and experience. Developing
sional look is simple: “Less Is More”.
your craft with competence and expertise is
therefore an incremental concept, and fundamentally enhances your Personal Brand.
rooming
Personal hygiene is the most fundamental,
yet easily overlooked part of our appearmage
ance and image. Smell and Vision are the
Never underestimate the importance of
key drivers is managing this challenge, as
your appearance in business. Be conscious
they work from a distance: if you don’t look
of and deliberate in how you portray your
or smell nice, no one will want to be near
businesses and yourself. Being Image Aware
you for any period of time!
is not the same as being Image Conscious,
as the latter is superficial where the former To be groomed and well turned out pay
is integral. Your dress style should positive- careful attention to the following:
ly reflect the expectations and traditions of
G
I
Never
Underestimate the
importance
of your appearance in
business
your chosen business or profession.
Understanding the age and gender peculiarities of your body shape, skin tone, and
overall physique would be very helpful in
selecting the best cut, colour and combinations of apparel and style that would best
suit you professionally AND personally.
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• Body Odor – Bathe regularly; keep all bodiliy hair neatly trimmed (particularly those
open to public view) and always try to use a
good antiperspirant that is neither obvious
nor pungent.
Never underestimate the importance of
your appearance in business”
prudent course of action, but also shows
the sophistication and nuance that makes
the difference between Arrogance and
Self-Confidence.
• Bad Breath – Brush regularly and don’t
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