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| Why Image Is More Than 'Dress for Success' |
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A study conducted by Dr. Mehrabian revealed that you only have seven seconds
to create a first impression. And of that impression, 55 percent is how you look,
38 percent is how you sound and only 7 percent is what you say.
Image Management looks at improving the three components that comprise your
professional and personal image - communication, behavior and appearance.
If you want to make a positive first impression, these are the three areas to improve.
We live in a youth-oriented, body-conscious society and, as the study shows,
appearance plays a primary role. But appearance is much more than the clothes you wear.
Several areas make up appearance and can all be helped by AdvanceMe Associates training,
consulting and assessments.
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| Attire |
Here we look at what clothing shape, fabric and styling accentuates
your physical assets best. Together, we look at how you make wardrobe
choices and choose types of clothing that best meet your image goals.
By looking at the kind of impression you want to leave, we can determine if what you're
wearing is serving you well. Ties, scarves, shoes, hose and jewelry all come together
to finish off the look of success you want to convey.
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| Grooming |
Hair-cut and color, facial hair for men, makeup for women - even cologne or perfume choices -
all play a role in how your appearance impresses others. Plus, items like polished shoes;
manicures and a fresh complexion instantly communicate characteristics like serious,
intelligent, creative, logical, fun or can-do.
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| Color |
Color cannot be overlooked for its power. Certain colors communicate
wealth, security, credibility and status. Plus, colors must be matched
to skin tone, stature and hair color to create the palate to match your successful image.
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| Style |
Style is about personality and taking what is best for your image-wise
and blending it with what communicates who you really are. Briefcase,
handbag, type of eyeglasses, even Palm Pilot or pen can communicate
volumes about how you view yourself and how others should see you.
No detail is too small when reflecting to the world what is true about you and your success.
Appearance makes up much more than 'dress for success,'
but how you clothe and present yourself physically to the
world. Since 55 percent of a first impression is made from
your appearance, it is important to look at your strengths
and areas for growth from all aspects that make up this powerful
part of image.
Consider hosting an AdvanceMe Associates 'The Power of Image'
seminar or training session for you, your colleagues or staff
and learn how you can maximize your success through enhancing
the areas of appearance. Complete the Contact Us form and we will
contact you to discuss your unique image management goals and challenges.
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