Use Mentors: Business Lesson #10

One of my most important business lessons – use mentors who are experts in the areas in which I want to move forward. I have had – and continue to have – many mentors for a variety of functions. Veronica Veronica was the first. When I started playing with image consulting in 1984, I had…

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Objectives: Business Lesson #6

The primary purpose of a business is to help you attain your personal objectives. When this becomes the focus, rather than generating an arbitrary income, your goals become magnetic. Create a chart like the one here, listing your personal objectives in each category. Include the annual cost for each.

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Niche: Business Lesson #5

I have found the #1 reason for “accidental failure” is attempting a niche market that’s incongruent with the consultant’s qualities. To define your natural niche, complete the chart below for yourself:

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Mission: Business Lesson #4

To help define your services or mission, list as many items as you can under the following headings.
a. I really love to:
b. I excel at, or demonstrate a skill when I:
c. The qualities I appreciate most that I have are:
d. What’s important to me is:

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Power Business Dress for Women

A sharp-looking suit or jacket is the easiest and most effective way to portray power and authority. The most formal suit is dark, cold and neutral – which means navy blue, charcoal, or black.

The suit should be made of fine wool; I usually look for wool that’s rated at least ‘Super 100’. (The number indicates the number of fibres per inch.) Invest in the best quality suit you can afford and that is practical for your business.

The most formal suit is solid in color, but a pinstripe pattern is also acceptable. The more obvious the pattern, the less professional the image.

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Power Business Dress for Men

A sharp-looking suit or jacket is the easiest and most effective way to portray power and authority. The most formal suit is dark, cold and neutral – which means navy blue or charcoal.

The suit should be made of fine wool; I usually look for wool that’s rated at least ‘Super 100’. (The number indicates the number of fibres per inch.) Invest in the best quality suit you can afford and that is practical for your business.

The most formal suit is solid in color, but a pinstripe pattern is also acceptable. The more obvious the pattern, the less professional the image.

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