subject: Success Is Skin Deep [print this page] Did you know that women who care about their appearance are seen as more confident, intelligent, credible, capable, and with a higher self-esteem than those who look slightly less polished?
Your face is your first impression & first impressions are made within the first six seconds of meeting someone for the first time.
If a picture is worth a thousand words. Could the way you look be worth a billion dollars?
STAT:
What you say only accounts for 7% of the perception made of us, 35% is how you say it ( your tone of voice), and a massive 55% is based purely on how you look the way you stand, the clothes you wear and your personal grooming.
It is important to acknowledge that clothing and personal appearance is a form of communication. Once the assumption about you has been made, it is very difficult to alter.
In a blink of an eye you are being sized up. It takes just a quick glance for someone to evaluate you when they meet you for the first time. In this short time, the other person forms an opinion about you based on your appearance, your body language, your demeanor, your mannerisms, and how you are dressed. Sounds harsh, but it's so true.
First impressions can be nearly impossible to reverse or undo, making those first encounters extremely important.
Managing your appearance is an important part of who you are. It tells the world about your personality and your lifestyle. It cannot be denied that today, especially in this economy, image does matter.
You have heard the expression, "Putting Your Best Face Forward." Can you honestly say you're putting your best face forward? Radiant skin begins with a winning routine. Are you taking the time for self-care both internally & externally? Beauty starts on a cellular level so if you start on the inside it will make your job a lot easier on the outside.
Your face is the only face like it. No one else has a face the same as yours. It truly is your calling card and every day like the clock strikes 12 you are putting your unique face forward. How do you feel about that?
Your face & body is your gift to the world in this lifetime. Think of your face and body like an "haute couture gown" made especially for you. One of your goals should be to make the most of them while on this earth. When you bring forth your greatness you will bring more grace & beauty to the world around you. We inspire each other. When you are at your best it can have a domino effect. I can't tell you how many women have shared that I had a tremendous effect on the way they present themselves.
I love makeup, lotions and potions. They are important to create total body cleanliness and to make you feel you are taking good care of yourself. So look in the mirror right now & focus on making the most of what you got instead of worrying about what you don't. That's the #1 reason women let themselves go. They feel like they won't amount to some preconceived notion they have about the way they "think" they should look versus seeing the beauty they currently have.
Finally, it's about presenting your best self or like I say "perfecting your potential". Now before you take this the wrong way. I'm not saying you have to be perfect. However, you can appreciate what you have & bring it forth in all of its glory. Here are 7 Tips to Properly Present. I promise if you show up better you will attract more success. How beautiful is that?
7 Tips To Properly Present
Dental hygiene is so important, a brighter smile/fresh breath is essential to your success
For head to toe beauty brush your hair before you leave the house, carry a comb in your purse.
Don't leave the house without a clean moisturized face, add a little powder, mascara and lip gloss for a polished look.
Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure ugly toes & chipped nails (not cute).
Check your posture, when meeting someone for the first time, stand up straight, look them in the eye and smile.
Take the time to coordinate your outfit so you looked pulled together.
Dab on a little perfume or body spray so you smell fresh but don't overdo it otherwise you can actually turn people off if the fragrance is too loud.
Keep up your grooming and personal style, the little extra effort can make or break the impression you are sending to the world!
