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Above & Beyond StyleS2: E6 Personal Branding with Janika LeMaitre of The Better ProfessionalJanika (Jan) LeMaitre is a certified consultant specializing in personal brand strategy, business etiquette, and reputation self-management. She owns and operates the brand, The Better Professional. She guides her clients on how to build confidence when presenting themselves in their professional world online and in person. Additionally, Jan offers hourly advice and short & long-term project consulting services. Her clients are entrepreneurs, executives, and go-getters who understand that their brand is valuable. Like a rough diamond, her mission is to help her clients polish every facet; Her goal is to help you define the business of being you.
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Polish Your PersonaWhy Invest in a Personal Stylist?In the final episode of Season 2, Janika and Maria discuss building a trusted team around you of people who provide services to help advance your agenda when polishing your persona. And, this may include a personal stylist.
Their discussion covers how a stylist is a secret weapon for people evolving their style, how to look for one that compliments you and your needs, and questions you should ask yourself to prepare when interviewing a stylist.
They end the conversation with three key takeaways to ensure you are well equipped for the next steps.
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Polish Your PersonaWhen & Why You Should Dress BoldlyEveryone has a different definition for what 'bold' means. But, how can you apply it to your physical self-presentation?
The topics covered in this episode:
• Using color intentionally.
• Descriptive words for being bold.
• Signature style and people who have their own.
• Power dressing and knowing when you want to stand out.
• How to balance intimidation and softness.
Janika and Maria finish the episode with three key take-aways with hopes to motivate you to dress boldly for yourself!
For any questions, insights, and feedback, please ema...2022-06-0824 min
Polish Your PersonaHow to Present Yourself as an Expert: Communicate Through ClothingJanika and Maria provide light on why your self-presentation is as important as your message and how communicating your expertise through dressing can work in your favor.
Learn about:
• How and when people make assumptions by knowing the "seven-second rule."
• Adhering to your own standards, circling back to capsule wardrobes.
• Creating consistency to compliment your "brand."
• The feeling you get when you dress a certain way.
• The effect of fashion labels, tailoring, cut, fit, color, etc.
They provide two key take-aways at the end of...2022-06-0121 min
Polish Your PersonaIntentional Dressing: What Does That Mean To You?Intentionally dressing to step into your persona is not without challenges. Some of the questions explored include in this episode:
1. How can you identify your changing needs?
2. What does it do psychologically for you?
3. Can you come up with your own practice helping you create alignment?
Janika and Maria conclude the episode by providing a few take-aways to inspire you to take action for "dressing intentionally."
For any questions, insights, and feedback, please email us here: inquiry@better-professional.com.
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Polish Your PersonaMyth Busters: Five Things to Ignore About Your Professional WardrobeThere are some myths you may have heard about dressing professionally and in this episode Janika and Maria explain why they should be ignored!
Common myths uncovered:
• The concept of a 'uniform' is minimal, colorless, and always the same.
• You must power dress in pant suits to show your status.
• Color analysis is not effective.
• Items are not worth tailoring and should be purchased off the rack to fit you.
• Dressing for the job you want and how it is not always a true statement.
Listen as d...2022-05-1829 min
Polish Your PersonaIs Decision Fatigue Real When It Comes to Dressing?How many decisions do you make each day? How can you create simplicity? What clothing choices are you making to set you up for success?
Janika and Maria discuss the idea of creating efficiency and a streamlined wardrobing process. They also talk about why giving yourself an advantage and intentionally setting your day up ahead of time will create good energy. In addition, you'll learn two critical takeaways for guiding you around decision fatigue.
If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.
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Polish Your PersonaGray Areas of Dress CodesDress codes are a topic of interest, and a sensitive one. Listen to Janika and Maria discuss their take on dress codes as they affect you today. They talk about the real sense of empowerment when you feel confident in your appearance, why it matters, and leave you with five key takeaways on how to develop your self-appointed dress code standard.
If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.
Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.
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Polish Your PersonaThe Great Fashion 'Pivot'Janika and Maria have a casual conversation about the impact of the past few years on how dressing expectations have changed. They explore how physically being in the workplace to working from home has impacted wardrobing, what is known as the 'great resignation,' and leave you with four must wear items when you're on a virtual call.
If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.
Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.
And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more...2022-04-2727 min
Polish Your PersonaAdvantages of Knowing Dining EtiquetteSeason One Finale: This episode covers a couple of tips for confirming with your guest when and where you are meeting. Janika also explains the importance of knowing dining etiquette and why showing respect to the staff at any venue adds value to your reputation.2021-05-2811 minPolish Your PersonaHandling Your DrinksHandle yourself with poise when drinking a beverage. Know where to place your handbag when seated at a table and gain clarity on payment for the check.2021-05-2109 minPolish Your PersonaHosting Guests & Being a Great GuestKnow the twenty questions you should ask yourself when hosting. And, learn to plan ahead when you are the guest.
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Polish Your Persona𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈: 𝑷𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 & 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑭𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒈𝒖𝒆𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑱𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒌𝒂’𝒔 𝒈𝒐-𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆. 𝑨𝒅𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒆 15 𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒕𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆 “𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒈𝒖𝒆.”2021-05-0712 minPolish Your PersonaCalendar Planning & ResearchJanika provides insight as to how overplanning specific details can help add to your reputation. And, think about how doing your research can help prepare you for get-togethers with new people.2021-04-3011 minPolish Your PersonaHow to Decipher Dress CodesBe prepared for whatever attire is appropriate when it comes to dressing in the workplace and for attending events.
9:16 min – Casual/Lounge Wear
12:30 min – Business/Smart Casual
15:43 min – Business Attire
18:32 min – Cocktail Wear
21:43 min – Suit & Tie
23:04 min – Black Tie
27:00 min – Black Tie Optional
27:48 min – Unsure of the Dress Code?2021-04-2330 minPolish Your PersonaAccessorizing Ideas & Back Up PlansTo accessorize or not? The points explained by Janika will help you decide how to add to your outfit. Not overdo your look. She will also provide tips about how you can get ready for the unexpected.2021-04-1609 minPolish Your PersonaWhat Shoes & Handbags Say About YouWhat does your handbag say about you? Is an emergency kit necessary? How do your shoes impact your persona? In this episode Janika addresses all of these topics.
2021-04-0911 minPolish Your PersonaClothing FundamentalsGain clarity on the fundamentals of clothing from Janika and be aware how to keep your undergarments ‘under the radar.’2021-04-0212 minPolish Your PersonaPolished Makeup TipsLearn how to achieve a more polished professional make up look with tips given in this episode.2021-03-2610 minPolish Your PersonaNail Care & Fragrance ImpressionsKnow why your nails and fragrance can make or break the impression you make on others. Learn the measures you can take to ensure you give an elegant one.2021-03-1913 minPolish Your PersonaImpeccable Hygiene & Hair StylingMatters relating to good hygiene I discussed as well as elegant hairstyles for ladies.2021-03-1211 min
Polish Your Persona𝑽𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆 & 𝑳𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒖𝒂𝒈𝒆: 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒔Janika helps you understand what to do when someone tells you they preferred pronouns. Also learn how you can adapt with the times and use pronouns for yourself.2021-03-0507 minPolish Your PersonaNavigating Language BarriersLearn Janika’s tactic that you can use to break through language barriers with ease.2021-02-2606 minPolish Your PersonaSpace, Fillers, Pausing & Formal DialogueJanika guides you to break the habit of using crutch words in your speech and how you can embrace pausing for a fact. Also, find out about formal dialogue and when you can use proper phrasing to your advantage.2021-02-1911 minPolish Your PersonaUsing Your Voice to Become ConfidentUnderstand why the way you use your voice matters in this episode. Examples and techniques are provided to help you become more confident speaker.2021-02-1211 minPolish Your PersonaConversation Exit StrategyJanika gives you her two-step checklist to recognize a conversation hijacker. She gives you a strategy to make a seamless exit.2021-02-0507 minPolish Your PersonaManners & Cell Phone EtiquetteHere why the use of good manners helps you come across as polished. Know what is expected of respectful cell phone behavior.2021-01-2908 minPolish Your PersonaEngaging Conversation & Listening With IntentionKnowing which conversational tropics are okay and what you should avoid are covered. Janika also provides pointers on how to listen with more intention.2021-01-2210 minPolish Your PersonaPersonal Style & MindfulnessUnderstand what are acceptable boundaries of personal space. Learn a simple formula to begin practicing mindfulness.2021-01-1508 minPolish Your PersonaBody Language ExplainedHow is your body language interpreted? Become aware of your gestures and learn from Janika the best practices to build your confidence in this episode.2021-01-0814 minPolish Your Persona1. 𝑨𝒏 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒔 𝒂 𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅. 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒕 𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚? 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒆𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔? 𝑨𝒏𝒅 𝒘𝒉𝒚 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖? 𝑰𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒅𝒆, 𝑱𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒌𝒂 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒚 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔.2021-01-0113 minPolish Your PersonaPolish Your Persona (Trailer)2020-12-2600 min