Published in Houston Modern Luxury Magazine When did you start your business and what was your inspiration? I was teaching aerobics in 1983 when a friend in the class asked me to come review her closet. I assisted her, then received formal training in San Francisco and later, New York. Supporting others in becoming the …
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While we never have a second chance to make a first impression, there may be some solutions for turning things around if we’re dissatisfied with the way others perceive us. Impressions people form depends more on our behavior than our true personality. Anyone’s perception is their reality. However, there are valid techniques to help us …
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Calling All Women The term servant-leadership was first coined in a 1970 essay by Robert K. Greenleaf, entitled The Servant as Leader. Greenleaf spent most of his organizational life in the field of management research, development, and education at AT&T. Following a 40-year career at AT&T, Greenleaf enjoyed a second career that lasted 25 years, …
In my 20’s, I recall my opinion of people who traveled alone one of pity and sadness. How could anyone enjoy taking in all those wonderful sites by themselves? After one side trip to Paris en route to India on business, I gained a completely different insight on the topic and became a firm believer …
Naeem Khan’s Spring Collection Satisfies and Surprises View the full article in this issue of ciao bella! Naeem Khan is one of the biggest names in fashion. His impeccable cut dresses, phenomenal gowns and chic separates are seen on starlets, socialites and featured on the silver screen. Khan’s impressive client list includes Beyonce, Carrie Underwood, Angie …
Dress Up, Show Up, Speak Up, Follow Up Despite ongoing efforts to level the playing field in business, the fact still remains that thirty years after women became 50% of the college graduates in the U.S., men still hold the vast majority of leadership positions in government and industry. Proficiency in skills gets us hired. …
“Customer”is defined as a person who buys, a person with whom one has dealings. The customer is the reason we stay in business. IT PAY$ TO PLEASE…98% of customer interactions are faster and more efficient when the service provider takes the time to establish a relationship and create rapport.We’ll spend up to 10% more for …
How To Bring Your A-Game To The Table – Part 3 Dress Up, Show Up, Speak Up, Follow Up Happy New Year! This is the fourth and final article on Impression Management. By now, Sage readers have learned basic do’s and don’ts of branding and image. Gone are the annoying behaviors and unpolished attire. You …
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During a recent Eticool class on June 23, 2013, Helen Perry, “Miss Perrywinkle”, saw friend and client, Mayor Annise Parker at Tony’s and invited her to come meet her students. Our Mayor graciously took the time to shake each child’s hand and stay for a photo…Another example of the value in knowing the art of introductions and …
You may only have one chance to make a first impression, but what about how we are perceived moving forward? Raising awareness of body language, facial expressions, annoying habits and how we carry ourselves is key in becoming objective about the impressions we make on others. Impression Management gets us in touch with how to …
