“I have a lot of things to prove to myself. One is that I can live my life fearlessly.”
~Oprah Winfrey 1954
January Tips For Communication & Image Success
Tip for Organizations:
Question:
We would like some of our associates be more engaging with clients at social events. Small talk is big challenge for them. What topics can they bring up to break the ice?
Answer:
Small talk should be fun and engaging for the listener. Topics such as current movies, books and favorite restaurants are good subjects as they provide information to the listener which the listener can use in the future. Have your associates practice with each other before an event will help make this easier for them with clients.
Tips for Men:
Question:
How poplar is Ben Sherman clothing and are they appropriate for business casual?
Answer:
Ben Sherman www.benshermanusa.com offers clothing for the younger man. The style is very 70′s for sweaters and stripes for shirts. Worn properly shirts tucked can be business casual. I do not recommend wearing them out even though they are promoted to be worn this way. They can be worn out for social occasions not related to work.
TIps for Women:
Question:
Is wearing short boots with skirts fashionable in the office?
Answer:
Short leather boots with mid heels worn with a short or long skirt can be fashionable for business casual. I would not recommend in offices that require more formal business attire.
The Art of Business and Social Interaction®
Question:
How do you handle an e-mail copied to someone who should not have received the e-mail?
Answer:
If the e-mail has information that can be offensive to the person who should not been copied on it and they call your attention to it. Apologize do not even try to explain as the explanation will only cause more problems. Never write anything offensive about anyone in an e-mail.
Professional Insight – The Art of Business and Social Interaction®
When you invite a client to dine in the evening, the purpose should be to get to know them not to talk about business. If you invite the spouse be sure you either you invite your spouse or another person for the spouse to talk with.
Personal Images in the News
Anna was the expert in Crain’s Chicago Business Expert Opinion December 4th on If I’m being treated to lunch, is it appropriate to send back a flawed dish?