Communication 3300: Business and Professional Presentations
MANAGERIAL COMMUNICATION REPORT
TO: Mr. Hopton
FROM: John Banders
SUBJECT: Managerial Report: Constructing Your Professional Business Image
DATE: December 13, 2007
In today's politically correct climate we are not supposed to give any credence to the fact that people can be and are routinely discriminated against because of their appearance. Unfortunately, in our politically correct world, perception is reality. Corporations of all sizesbig and smallgo through great lengths to build a company's image and establish a good report with its customers. They also spend millions of dollars each year planning how to protect that image. Therefore, as it is vital
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Out-of-style dress is often seen as the sign of obsolescence. Others may subconsciously associate your personal dress code with way you think.
Excessively expensive, high fashion, or loud clothing is perceived as insecure or insensitive to the business environment.
Wardrobe Selection
People will label carelessly dressed as disorganized or liberally minded person in a conservatively minded company. The easiest way to decide how to dress on the job is by observation. The individual who fits in wellin other words, whose clothing is not really noticedhas found the middle ground that clears the way for career success. Here are some recommendations for both men and women proper dress attire.
Work Attire for Men
A two piece suit in navy or another dark color.
A tie in a simple pattern that matches the colors of your suit.
Button down dress shirt (white or pastel).
Polished dress shoes in a dark color.
No earrings! If you normally wear one, take it out.
Get a haircut. Short hair always fares best.
Clean trimmed fingernails.
Minimal cologne.
Light briefcase or portfolio case.
Work Attire for Women
A neutral colored suit in navy or another dark color with a skirt.
Skirt length should be a little below
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