Let’s face it – dressing for the day is often the most heroic thing one does for that day. You’ve got to brave a wardrobe full of clothes on an empty stomach and once dressed and out the door, it’s too late to go fix an outfit malfunction. You’re wearing something that would work well […]
Are you a presenter? Speaker? Speechmaker? You’re got the content? Check. Rehearsed the delivery? Check. But is your visual presentation supporting you? Whether you’re delivering a speech at a wedding or a keynote address at a company conference, we have a few tips on presenting yourself to ensure you don’t distract your audience with ‘visual […]
No – this is not an article on how to make French dressing for salads. Perhaps the title of this article should be “The Art Of Dressing – French-style”. But all that aside, I whole-heartedly agree with the ten tips that were offered for dressing ‘French-style’. They’re listed below and as Chantal Blanchet, owner of […]
Whoa! Does your personal brand need reassessment? Not getting the recognition or job advancement you think you deserve? Feel that opportunities are passing you by? Here’s the rub – don’t look ‘out there’ for the answers, although it might be worthwhile asking a few people you trust for some honest feedback on the impression they […]
Second only to your eyes, your mouth is the central focus for communication. Lipstick is all about directing attention to the face, and in business – that’s where it should be. Make-up in the business world has only two purposes: to make you look healthier and more vibrant, and to accentuate your best features. It […]
It is amazing to find that some people have no idea as to how important their email communications are and what can be assumed about a person based on what they divulge in an email. I advise companies to adopt an email policy that will give them an ‘edge’ on their competitors and at the […]
Keep your objectives in mind to dodge the impulsive buys.Know what you already have, what you intend to get, and know the specifications. The specifications? you may ask. If you don’t know them, you need to see us. These involve knowing exactly what suits your body shape and proportions, and your colouring – essential for […]
The way you speak is just as important as the way you look! Itʼs as automatic as the way you dress, or where you part your hair. And like these everyday habits, you can change your speech to sound more confident, business-like and socially attractive.Few people have ever heard a recording of their own voice, […]
One would think that the following information would be so common sense – however I have found that common sense ain’t always that common. So here are a few questions with answers to address this topic of what NOT to wear to the office… as if you wouldn’t know already! Q + A’s Q1 What […]
1. Hazardous Hair Don’t jeopardise your chances of stepping into a better job by having hair that looks as if you have just climbed out of bed. There are three types of hair: chic (short, cleverly cut) classic (simple cut, above shoulder-line), and “I’ve Got Hair” (shoulder-line and longer). If you’ve got it – then […]
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