Building a Professional Presence

"We never get a second chance to make a good first impression"

Through this topic, I learnt that by dressing appropriately, one could not only stand out in your own career, but also allowed one to feel more confident.

In the year 1, i never thought dressing up in a business suit will require so much 'energy'.

During presentation in year 1 was just trying to get a suit, that's all.
through the workshop, i learnt that the business suit should be complimenting and flatters my shape and colour and it reflects my personality and my position.

After the workshop, i began to search for the 'new' me. Buying new suit that flatters me rather than make me look unprofessional.

This is my favourite Topic of all the 8 workshops.

I begin to be more aware of my appearance and the way i present myself in front of others.

Although at times I do get a little out of hand when I am with my friends but when there is a need, I would still remain professional =)

Building a professional presence is not just about having a wonderful appearance but also the way I talk and the way I react to situation. I remember during workshops, we would have little skits in between and as usual, as a very outspoken person, I was involved in the play. In the play, it requires me to exchange name cards and also to have some small talks. It was indeed fun and entertaining as we are not very updated with the current news and thus having only talks on the big issue in Singapore like F1 racing and Olympics.

When I am out with my friends, I would get hold of the 'opportunity' and try to practice a little of my small talks. I believe practice makes prefect and in the near future, I would really love to avoid awkward situation with my client with nothing to talk about apart from partnerships and project collaboration.

During year 1, presentation was not so much of a hassle because i avoid putting on any make-up and now looking back, i must be looking awful. *laughs*

There is a saying - there is no ugly women but only lazy women.

indeed.

Making up for a presentation or for any occasion shows that you are respecting the person that you will be with for the day or night.