Today's corporate environment is very competitive. The first impressions made by your employees to clients could be a major factor in your future business. What message is your staff communicating through their personal presentation?
The introduction of Business Casual has resulted in confusion and inappropriate dress for some employees. This can affect both the employee's presence and status in the workplace and also the reputation of the organization.
Through personal experience working with clients in a clinical setting, Lynda has witnessed how qualified, bright employees can be passed over for promotions many times due to their inappropriate appearance and low self esteem which is evident through body language. This doesn’t have to be the case and thus Lynda’s passion for enhancing one’s image to the fullest potential.
Lynda offers presentations on workplace dress and common courtesies that should be prevalent in the workplace. She begins by explaining the difference in attire for the three business dress categories:
• Business Formal
• Business Classic
• Business Casual
Describing examples with visuals for each category, Lynda provides clear guidelines for appropriate dress based on your industry. She further explains the historical and societal changes since the 1970's that have led us to dressing so casually. The topics of etiquette and respect in the workplace are also included. Lynda's demeanor allows for a comfortable, informative session that will benefit everyone.
Lynda also works with employees individually to assist them in maximizing their professional image. Whether you are a new graduate, an employee, a business partner or a CEO, projecting a professional presence will generate respect and credibility in the workplace.
“Our organization, like many others, faced a challenge with our younger staff: how to define for them what proper business attire means in today's workplace. We turned to Lynda Jean and are delighted we did so. Lynda, through a “Lunch 'N Learn” session brought down to earth, practical advice to our staff in a way that was informative without being condescending or crossing any human resources boundaries. I am pleased to be able to say that we had very positive feedback from our staff on Lynda's presentation and, equally important, we have noticed a definite improvement in our staff's attire.”
Michelle Capobianco
Manager, New Business Development, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
