The Image of Leadership Total Teacher Project Teacher Leadership Summit August 14, 2017 1
First impressions are made in the first 7 Seconds
PROFESSIONAL IMAGE
A = APPEARANCE Appearance includes every visual element that can be seen and understood in the first seven seconds: physical fitness, hair and nails, suit and shoes, posture, and eye contact. Appearance is a form of nonverbal communication, and one that speaks very loudly.
B = BEHAVIOR It s YOUR attitude. An individual who has earned the respect of others and who leads PEOPLE effectively and in the right direction. YOUR attitude evokes positive feelings in people. PEOPLE with positive attitudes find that OTHERS appreciate the personal connection!
C = COMMUNICATION Communication is sharing information and ideas between individuals or groups to reach a common understanding. Communication is not only important in the workplace, but for companies or individuals when dealing with partners, clients, parents and vendors. Communication needs to be clear, persuasive, and concise.
D = DIGITAL FOOTPRINT A digital footprint is how YOU present yourself on the Internet. The Internet and social media provide new avenues for both advancing a professional imprint and for incurring damage to a reputation. Online digital reputations define how people perceive one another without ever having a single conversation with that person. YOUR online reputation can be a determining factor for hiring or being offered that important initial interview. Look at your internet profile as a second self, the one you want everyone to know in addition to your real self.
Nothing travels faster than the speed of SIGHT
First and Lasting Impressions
Levels of Business Dressing BUSINESS FORMAL BUSINESS CLASSIC EXECUTIVE/BUSINESS CASUAL
Business Formal Key identifiers Dressy or formal suits w/ matched pieces. High quality fabric. Little to no patterns, textures or color.
Business Classic Key identifiers Tailored suits w/ matched pieces High quality fabric Medium or dark neutral colored suit More range colors, patterns, textures
Executive Casual Structured jacket Coordinated separates Key identifiers Light dark neutrals, with accents High quality fabric More flexibility
Adjusting Your Visual Presence Authoritative Colors Styles Fabrics Lines Dark Bright Solid Suits Structured Jackets Crisp Smooth Angular Straight Lines Approachable Colors Styles Fabrics Lines Light Muted Patterns Separates Flowing Textured Curved Abstract
Professional Image FIT, FIT, FIT - if it does not fit, DON T Wear It! Dress AGE APPROPRIATE! You can be hip and happening at any age Embrace your BODY! Throw your students a curve ball! What you wear on your feet is just as important as what you wear on your body! PLEASE keep the yoga pants for YOGA!
Some Fashion TIPS Always wear a collar unless it is under a jacket Capri vs. Cropped vs. Full length. Know your colors - what washes you out vs. what brings you to LIFE Texture is always a sure thing Make a statement Gentleman wear a TIE! Hair and Make up has A LOT to do with your professional appearance! If the subject is a little DRY, then you need to SPICE it UP with what you wear!
Suits
Women Suits
BLAZERS
Pants
DRESSES
Blouses and Shirts
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Shoes
Shoes
BELTS
Jewelry
Splash of COLOR
Splash of COLOR
Signature Piece
Image Strategy What is the goal or objective? What message needs to be projected? How do you naturally come across? Is this consistent with what you want others to see? 31
Each Industry is DIFFERENT!
Golden Rules Everything MUST Match. Fabric, Color, designer. Don t wear one piece without the other. No wrinkles, No stains. Fit is Key NO perfume or cologne. Neutral Nail Polish. Polished shoes. Take your COAT OFF! Don t distract from YOU
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Be your own VISUAL Business Card Elaine Pouliot, CIC elaine@elainepouliot.com