A smile, that is. When you flash a smile at someone you are saying, “I like you, I’m interested in you, I’m happy.” A smile enhances relationships of all types and is one element of nonverbal communication universally recognized by all cultures. In the April/May 2008 issue of Scientific American MIND magazine, researchers at Duke […]
So there’s a fashion “rule” for men that dictates the bottom buttons on single-breasted jackets are never buttoned and double-breasted jackets are never unbuttoned in public. WHY is this so? History: King Edward VII (son of Victoria) was so heavy that he was unable to fasten the last button on his vest. His subjects, interpreting
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Who knew Talbots was about to go under? I haven’t shopped there in years, so I guess it shouldn’t be a surprise to find out the company spent last year atop the retail death-watch list! Talbots had to take a long hard look at themselves and determined what needed to be done to boost sales
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Time for a post on grooming. Ladies, listen up because we’ve found something great. Without lipstick, I feel naked. My lips are pale and lifeless. Most women benefit from some color on the face and lipstick is key. However, I talk to people all day and it wears off pretty fast. I find myself using
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When I work with middle managers who want to move to the next level, a common sticking point is communication with higher levels of management. “I’m totally comfortable and effective in meetings with my team and the staff I manage,” I hear, “but when I have to meet and present to my Vice President and
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Welcome to the first Image Matters Blog! We want to give you, our clients, former clients and the public, a place to check regularly for new information on enhancing your personal and professional image. Since we work on every aspect of image with people from all walks of life, you’ll find all kinds of topics
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