Praktische Vaardigheden Ontwikkelen Sales Techniques | Page 85

Some Style Tips o o o o o o o o o Clothing should be professional and understated Neutral colors like blue, taupe and gray Wear suits to meetings. Jackets give the appearance of power. Blue is the most powerful color Keep your shoes shined Match socks to clothing Keep accessories simple Take dress cues from the highest person in the company Dress appropriately for your business Basic Dress Guidelines for Men and Women Men Women Suits are still appropriate. o More casual looks include wool pants or quality cotton slacks. o A dress shirt and tie, a nice sweater, or a blazer o One staple is a sheath dress that can be worn alone or with a blazer. o More casual looks include sweater sets and tailored pants o THE PROPER GREETING o Choice of Greeting o o o o plan ahead kept quite simple. The Handshake o The Rule of Ten- the first 10 words should include a form of thanks Watch out for cliches Failure to prepare in advance could lead to stammering or faltering speech, either of which creates a negative impression. You must be ready to alter the prepared approach if the situation demands it