Is your image sending out the right message?

Portrait of cheerful, positive, attractive, rich manager in black suit with tie having his arms crossed looking at camera isolated on grey background [Courtesy]

Dress for the job you want and not the one you have. Chances are you have heard these words. And any professional worth their salt knows that how one dresses is an essential part of communication. In fact, research shows that it takes one tenth of a second to make an impression on anyone, and that is largely from your appearance. Your hair, clothes and shoes form part of your identity.

However, there are certain things, by extension, that project your image, your values, style and character to other people. You might be messing up your image unknowingly, by losing sight of these.