Tip # 78    Did you make it to the list of 10 worst dressed this year?

It’s been ages since anyone complimented you on your wardrobe.  You walk along the office corridor and you notice people turn away. 

Perhaps you’re imagining it but they seem to be suppressing a giggle every time they see you.  Okay, you’ve never been vain about your appearance, but we’re not sure that’s exactly a good thing nowadays, especially if there’s so much press coverage about the oft-repeated concept of “dressing for success.”

Not sure you’re wearing 21st century attire?  Not sure your make-up isn’t more appropriate for the circus? Not sure the colors match?  Do your shoes look like you haven’t stepped into a shoe store for the last 15 years?

If you procrastinate about seeing an image consultant, you may not even make it to the first step of the corporate ladder.  Your brains and experience got you this far.  Are you going to let your image set you back a few light years?  Don’t hesitate.  Image consultants would give anything to turn a project into a success.

Tip # 79    That turbulence inside…

Thank goodness for the 21st century.  We have cosmetic surgeons, image consultants, and we also have…psychologists.  You sure deserve an “A” for appearance:  you’re the envy of your friends, the campus belle, and the office “beauty and brains” who’s loved, hated, loved.  Your ideas are imitated by management, your flawless complexion is making everyone curious about the night cream brand you use, and none of your muscles is out of place.  What’s even more aggravating is, in spite of your God-given gifts, you’re unpretentious and unassuming.

BUT –

That turbulence inside you is slowly becoming a full blown unstoppable thunderstorm.  It’s eroding your confidence, and your wounds remain uncared for. We all agree.  Emotional wounds take the longest to heal.  You need an expert who’ll come to the rescue.

That list of psychologists has been sitting inside your drawer for the last six months.  Staring at it won’t cure you.  Dial the first number on the list.  Ask to see a psychologist.  If you procrastinate some more, you may need more than a psychologist.  Psychiatrists have been also known to cure old, festering wounds.