Powerful Image ProjectionNebraska FBLA

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Or this?

First ImpressionsHow long does it take to make a first

impression?3 seconds

Women

Professional-WomenMatching suit jacket and knee length (or

longer) skirt or pantsConservative colors: navy, black, grayLong sleeve or short sleeve blousesDress shoes or dress boots with long pants or

long skirts only

Men

Professional-MenMatching suit jacket and pantsConservative colors: navy, black, grayButton-down collared shirt and coordinating

tieDress shoes-match with beltDress socks-match with pants

Business CasualPressed khakis,

polo-style shirtUp one level: dress

slacks, long sleeve button down

Collared shirtsNo athletic shoes or

socks

CasualStill portray a

positive imageAvoid

RaggedHolesDirtyShock syndrome

GroomingMake sure you have:Well-groomed hairstyleCleaned and trim fingernailsNo visible body piercing beyond conservative

ear piercings for womenWell-brushed teeth and fresh breathMinimal jewelryNo body odor

Body LanguageStand up straightSmile!Hands at your sidesNo gumEye contact

Shaking HandsFirm but not too

hardNo more than three

timesNo princesses

EtiquetteWait for people to

come out of elevatorDon’t overcrowd Don’t push all

buttonsTurn on silent

during meetingsHow to handle a

phone call during a meeting