Polishing up your Image...
“Behave as if…….”

Have you ever had the feeling that you’re skating on thin ice when you mix with powerful people in a business setting?  Has it ever seemed like you’re a swan, apparently sailing serenely on the surface, but under the water, you’re paddling like mad to stay afloat? Are you afraid of being “found out” or “found lacking?” You are not alone.  We’ve all felt like this from time to time, and it’s easy to sink into a personal beat-up syndrome.  But therein lies the danger. The thoughts we think create our feelings, so negative thoughts can be unhelpful.  Why focus on what we lack, when we can choose to concentrate on our skills and talents – and grow them?
 
If you’ve been newly promoted to a more public-facing top job, if you’ve joined a challenging  team at work, or have been called upon to mix with  groups of people from different cultures – whatever the situation, we can advise. Our personal coach will work with you to identify your strengths, and build on them.  Whether it’s your voice, your deportment, smartening up your wardrobe and choosing your best colours and style, brushing up your inter-personal skills – or any other factors you feel need improving, we can help.  
 
“Behave as if….” is a useful tip in times of stress.  If you feel nervous, behave as if you are supremely confident.  If you are concerned about the outcome of a meeting, behave as if all will be well.  If you’ve done your homework, it probably will.  Impressions count; non-verbal messages count a lot.  We’ll help you manage your butterflies, and make sure they’re flying in formation.

Recommended link: House of Colour Image Consultants
 
Recommended books:
 
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway – Susan Jeffers
 
Awareness – Anthony de Mello
 
Your Voice and How to Use It – Cicely Berry

Assert Yourself – Gail Lindenfield
 
The Right to Be You – Nancy Paul

Contact us for more information:
enquiries@cartercommunications.co.uk