You have less than 2 minutes to make a GOOD first impression

2. You haveless than 2 minutesto makea GOOD first impression No Second Chances!

3. Packaging Makes a Difference Would you buy a product with a torn or dirty wrapper? Then why would you expect to be hired by a prospective client if you are unkempt or inappropriately dressed?

4. Your Most Important Presentation: Yourself • What is professional Presence? • Someone who is: • well-groomed and dressed appropriately for their role • who conducts themselves with assurance has professional presence.

5. Your Most Important Presentation: Yourself Good manners include how we look and how we carry ourselves. We have between 60 and 120 seconds to make a first impression. An appropriate appearance demonstrates respect for yourself and others.

6. Your Most Important Presentation: Yourself Society has established rules regarding appropriate attire and proper presentation for various situations. Failure to heed these guidelines is an etiquette gaffe. Socially inappropriate attire may cause people to feel uneasy.

7. 55% of impression is based on looks • Before you speak a word, your clothes have already spoken volumes. • You want clothes that communicate, “I belong, I am professional, I have judgment and taste.” • Decide what your professional image is going to be and stick to it.

8. Appearance Counts: It Pays To Pay Attention Packaging does make a difference-would you buy a product with a torn or dirty wrapper? Being well-groomed is more important than being well dressed in the business world. In fact, a well-groomed appearance can make up for an error in judgment in what you are wearing.

9. Appearance Counts: It Pays To Pay Attention The effect of an elegant, perfectly fitted outfit can be completely negated by poor grooming. People assume that the quality of your work isn’t any better than the quality of your appearance.

10. Appearance Counts: It Pays To Pay Attention The person who is registering the fact that your fingernails are dirty or chipped probably isn’t even listening to what you are saying. Conforming to professional appearance standards is essential.

11. Appearance Counts: It Pays To Pay Attention If clothing or mannerisms are outlandish, it will affect your professional life. Always ask yourself: What Message Does Your Appearance Send? 55% of the impression you make is based on visuals, which include Body Language, Grooming, and Clothing.

12. Body Language That Speaks Well of You Body language is how you carry yourself. Does your demeanor really make a difference? Always think: Does my body communicate the message I want it to convey?

13. The do’s and don’ts of body language: When Standing Do Stand up straight Keep your feet still Keep shoulders relaxed Keep arms at your side Keep head and chin up Don’t Slouch Shift feet Sway Cross arms Hang head

14. The do’s and don’ts of body language: When Seated Do Sit up straight Cross legs at ankles Lean forward slightly Don’t Slouch or fidget Sit with knees crossed or spread Tap feet

15. Proper Introductions • Always rise when meeting someone • Always shake the hand extended in friendship • In the business world introductions are based on a • person’s rank and position in a company • Never let someone stand around unacknowledged • Introduce yourself

16. Proper Introductions

17. Proper Introductions • I’m Deborah, not Debbie • People believe what they see • What image do you portray?

18. Proper Introductions Consideration and respect Put people at ease Remember, manners are always more important than etiquette.

19. What message does my appearance send?Is this what I want to say? Branding Yourself Before you leave the house ask yourself:

20. Best Styles and Colors for Workplace AttireFor Men

21. Shoes • Best you can afford • Quality leather • Clean & polished • Black with gray, navy or black • Brown with tan

22. Belts • Leather or reptile • Black, brown or • cordovan • Match shoes • Discreet buckle

23. Jewelry • No necklaces,bracelets or earrings • Good watch • One ring per hand • Quality cufflinks

24. Socks • Fit over calf • Nylon or thin cotton • Black, brown & navy • Match or blend with trousers • Avoid bright colors & largepatterns

25. Briefcase/Wallet • Colors - brown, black &burgundy • Wallet – front inside pocketin suit jacket

26. Best Styles and Colors for Workplace Attire For Women

27. Shoes • Black • Brown • Tan • Navy

28. Jewelry • Watch - best you can afford • Earrings - gold, silver or pearl • Rings – one per hand • Accent pieces

29. Like it or not, looks matter Here’s why they should matter to you!

30. Like it or not, looks matter Here’s why they should matter to you!

31. 55% of impression is based on looks

32. Your expectations Your credibility and reputation Accountability of your own career Your attire affects the external perception of:

33. Top 3 Inappropriate Items Worn To Work or Interviews Rowenta (2002) • Jeans • Tight/Revealing Clothing • Unkempt/Dirty Clothing

35. Remember • You will be judged by your personal appearance • Don’t pick clothing that reveals too much or leaves too little to the imagination • Keep accessories to a tasteful minimum

36. Remember • The firm/company should make it clear exactly what “business casual attire” means in your workplace. Be very specific. • There are boundaries between your career and your social life. You should dress one way for play and another way when you mean business.

37. Networking Etiquette • Host Organization • Preview Guest List • Current Events • Business Cards • Handbags

38. Networking Etiquette • Name Badges • Dress Appropriately • Smile • Arrive On Time

39. Networking Etiquette • I Don’t Know Anyone! • I’m Starving • Avoid Messy Foods

40. Networking Etiquette • Be Brave • The Handshake • Be Effective • I can’t remember his name

41. Networking Etiquette • Don’t stalk the CEO • Impressionable power play • 80/20 • Never leave someone • standing alone

42. Networking Etiquette • Glass Equals Class • Drink Limit • Clammy Hands

43. Networking Etiquette • Business cards • Jot down notes • Oh, no, I’m stuck!

44. Networking Etiquette • Checking Your Phone • Text Messages • Follow Through • Stand Out

45. Your appearance speaks volumes before yousay a word. It reflects yourstatus, your personality, yourcharacter, and your success. Bill Gates now Microsoft 1978

46. Life Looks Better When You Do! deborah@successfulimage.bizwww.successfulimage.biz