Overview of Episode #40 -
- The six factors related to style in the Executive Presence Index.
- Discussion with Mark Fonseca, Executive Image Consultant about the power of nonverbal communication, the rules around professional dress in traditional as well as casual settings, and how to use a combination of clothes and attitude to command a room.
- Discussion with Anna Hopkins, Owner and Principal Image Consultant at Elevated Image about looking fatigued, poorly dressed or unprepared, discussing the importance of self-care and the message you send when you put yourself last.
- Contact Priceless Professional Development - 770-578-6976, suzie@pricelessprofessional.com www.pricelessprofessional.com
- To see the shownotes and get the transcript for this episode, go to: www.pricelessprofessional.com/style
Timing on Recording: @ 5:57 ---
Topic 1: The six factors related to style in the Executive Presence Index survey
- Looks healthy and alert, express self with vigor
- Voice, tone and mannerisms appropriate to situation
- Doesn't show up looking fatigued, poorly dressed or unprepared
- Level-appropriate in overall appearance, style
- Look the part in formal, informal settings
- Aware that dress/demeanor sends a message and sets expectations
Timing on Recording: @ 13:44 ---
Topic 2: The "Blue Jeans" of the business world
- Start with a great foundational wardrobe
- Build from there
- "You don't know what you don't know"
Timing on Recording: @ 19:00 ---
Topic 3: The power of nonverbal communication
- What message do you want to send?
- Use color, pattern to convey
- People will judge (first impression takes 3-5 seconds)
- You can control what they make up
Timing on Recording: @ 22:45 ---
Topic 4: Mark's advice for established, successful executives
- Maintain relevance, approachability
- People are always watching, taking cues
Timing on Recording: @ 25:08 ---
Topic 5: The rules around dress in casual industries
- Less you wear (i.e. No jacket/tie), higher quality necessary
- Choose high-quality shoes, accessories
- Shirt is center stage in business casual world
- Select dark jeans, shirts with two-button collar
Timing on Recording: @ 30:22 ---
Topic 6: Mark's suggestions for commanding a room
- Dress one notch above subordinates
- Understand that life is about relationships
Timing on Recording: @ 33:35 ---
Topic 7: Why executives struggle with exhibiting a level-appropriate appearance and style
- Don't make the same investment in wardrobe as other areas of life
- Lack education around formalwear
- Want to press the "Easy button"
Timing on Recording: @ 42:11 ---
Topic 8: Mark's best tips for professionals who want to up their wardrobe game
- Find someone whose style you appreciate, ask where they shop
- Read "Dressing the Man," the Bible of men's clothing
- Start with one high-quality piece, i.e. Navy or charcoal grey suit, navy/black blazer and dark jeans
- Pay attention to fit, proportion
Timing on Recording: @ 50:23 ---
Topic 9: How to address looking healthy and alert
- Cognizant of overall appearance, attitude
- What you wear can change the way you feel
- Color and proportion are most important to image
Timing on Recording: @ 54:43 ---
Topic 10: The importance of your LinkedIn profile picture
- People spend 32% of time looking at pictures
- Functions as social media's first impression
Timing on Recording: @ 1:10:00 ---
Topic 11: Anna's take on looking fatigued, poorly dressed and unprepared
- Reflects inability to manage time, delegate
- Important for team to have confidence in you
- Becomes a reflection of character
- Put on your own oxygen mask first
Timing on Recording: @ 1:22:00 ---
Topic 12: How to remedy looking fatigued and unprepared
- Use color properly
- Pay attention to detail (e.g. Polished shoes)
- Tailor clothes to fit
- Stay current, get rid of pieces that show age
- Wardrobe should change with you
Timing on Recording: @ 1:29:40 ---
Topic 13: Anna's process in working with an executive
- Get to know lifestyle, personality
- Go through closet, make decisions
- Replace go-to pieces as necessary
- Discuss hair, makeup choices
- Shop with client
- Put outfits together, take a picture for Look Book
- Connect client with tailor
Timing on Recording: @ 1:38:57 ---
Topic 14: Anna's thoughts around the awareness that your dress and demeanor sends a message
- Leaders must do for themselves first
- Outsource things that are not your strong suit
- Must be approachable, present when team needs help
- Good leader has a huge impact on culture, productivity
Timing on Recording: @ 1:45:00 ---
Topic 15: Anna's actionable advice for executives
- Take time for self-care (i.e. Sleep, exercise, diet)
- Use your money to facilitate a successful life
- Bring energy to your team via body language, physical motivation
Timing on Recording: @ 1:49:39 ---
Topic 16: Anna's definition of success
- Understand priorities, build life accordingly
- Ripple effect of positive impact on people around you
Contact Suzie Price at: suzie@pricelessprofessional.com or 770-578-6976
