Business-Casual

Smart Casual or Business Casual

  1. When CASUAL is called for – choose SMART CASUAL OR BUSINESS CASUAL 
  2. It has been proven that when people are dressed ‘smartly’ they are more productive
  3. Women should wear a Classic Makeup Application.  Classic Makeup = Moderate amount, Balanced and Coordinated
  4. “Polish” includes: Overcoming a weak handshake (shake hands from web of hand meeting web of hand).  Be prepared .  Business cards  .  Portfolio  .  Agenda  . Executive-type Pen
  5. Knowing appropriate body language for a more poised and confident manner.  Articulate clearly .  Be considerate of others .  Remember names .  Be punctual  .  Look for the best in others .  Be respectful

Your appearance is a very powerful form of communication.  Business attire is increasingly important.  “You are a walking Business Card”

“Attending A Meeting or Event”

FIRST, FIND OUT:  

  1. What is the nature of the meeting or what the occasion is about
  2. Who will be attending
  3. The time and place

SECOND, CONSIDER:

  1. How do you want your audience to see you?
  2. Consider your profession/position, your personality, your career, and environment.
  3. Do you want a High or Low Visibility?
  4. Your objective and authority

THIRD, HOW TO DRESS FOR MEETINGS PERTAINING TO:

“Wearing Appropriate Business Attire”

  1.  FINANCES/MONEY
    • Dress conservative in Corporate or Business Attire – Be Meticulous
  2. HIGH TECH/REAL ESTATE/ COMMUNICATION & INFORMATION
    •  Dress “Business Casual” to “Smart Casual”  – Be Immaculate
  3. CREATIVE / ENTERTAINMENT / ADVERTISING
    • Up-to-date trends  – Be Meticulous

PLUS, CLOTHING & GROOMING REPRESENT 90% OF YOUR VISUAL COMMUNICATION:

Presenting a Polished Image