Starting my second career into Image Management so meeting Individuals, corporate clients, students... In short people from so mnay different backgrounds, walks of like.. From a 18year old to a 65 year old... From a homemaker to a corporate bigwig... What is the first thing I have to do is decide the type of Image I want to project while meeting every new individual.
Here are my few tips for Impressive Meeting Image
Dress Code : Play Safe and dress in conservative Western / Indian Formals. No Friday Dressing even if the interview / meeting is on weekends. If you are told in advance to dress casually still it is always better to be in a semi formal dressing.
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NoAccessories : A good watch, handbag, right shoes, stud earrings and a simple neckpeice / scarf. You will have plenty of social occasions to flaunt your sexy shoes, lovely handbags and heavy jewellery :-)
Yes 
NoHygiene : Invest in a good perfume, moisturize your skin, keep nails short and preferably uncoloured or atleast light coloured and shoes in good condition, clean and polished.
Grooming - Apply the right amount of makeup needed for the occasion. A basic routine like sunblock, foundation , mild blush, kajal, eyeliner, mascara and a light lipstick (preferably matte) should be followed. All colors that you choose for makeup should be mild. For Indian skin tones use shades of pink / light brown. If you have dark under eye circles use a proper makeup to cover them.
Tattoos & Piercings : Tattoos were considered to be a taboo few years back, only for people in creative fields but that is changing. For your first impression limit the exposure as much has possible. You will have plenty to time to reveal your individuality once you have the job. If you have multiple piercings on your ear wear studs and no hanging earrings.
Body Language : Develop a good handshake and smile :-) Practice replying affirmative & confident.
Important Points to note:
1. Carry Two copies of your neatly written and printed resume
2. Pen ( smart pen specially not advertising any other company)
3. Small notepad to jot down important things
4. Silent your mobile phones (we all know this but it is important to follow)
For the first meeting one should always keep in mind what you want to convey and dress according. We all say "don't judge a book by it's cover" but in reality we all do it consciously /unconsciously. So create the Right First Impression...
If you have any queries on this write to me on Jainee@ImageReDefine.com
Warm Regards
Jainee Gandhi
