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Timely Tips on Image and Impression Management

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Article Overview: 25 Tips on Creating a Positive First and Lasting Impression

Timely Tips on Image and Impression Management

Professional Presence Every day counts, make it an amazing day

One color dressing makes you look taller and more powerful

Dress better, spend less, shop when the sales are on

Love the item or don't buy it

Avoid argyle patterns in vest, sweaters and socks

A real Timex watch is better than a fake Rolex, the best Timex is the original the Mercury

Women notice shoes, expensive shoes without a shine will look like cheap shoes

Cowboy shirts, cowboy hats should never be worn unless riding in a rodeo

Sneakers / track shoes should only be worn at the gym

Trouser pleats should never bulge, they should lie flat

Logos on clothing, eye glasses etc should be discreet

Do not wear t-shirts with weird sayings on them - no class

Make friends with several clerks in your favorite stores, they will tell you when the sales are coming up and even put your favorite items away for you

Dress well to shop, you will get better service

You are in your car about 2 hours a day, you are in your clothes from morning to night, spend accordingly

Men: it is never acceptable to loosen your tie unless you are taking it off

Dry clean your suits as a unit. You must send the matching pieces to be cleaned together so they will be the color when they are returned to you

The only time it hutst to buy good quality is when you write the check

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