1. Clothing and Personal Appearance

2. Clothing and body adornments communicate information to others such as position, personality, and relationships.

3. Clothing and Personal Appearance Building a relationship of trust is a vital factor in developing professional appearance.

4. Clothing and Personal Appearance It is important to be aware of the non-verbal messages being sent by clothing and appearance and how these factors influence a person’s perception of you.

5. Clothing and Personal Appearance Initial Impression is based on appearance Grooming and hygiene Posture Facial expressions Handshake Verbal greetings Personal adornments Clothing

6. Clothing and Personal Appearance It is possible to “choose” the image portrayed by being aware of nonverbal cues sent by appearance and dress The impression created by these cues reflects the quality of the person others perceive. The initial interaction lays the foundation of a relationship

7. Clothing and Personal Appearance Professional attire should be neat and clean To be professional requires one to maintain a high standard of cleanliness

8. Clothing and Personal Appearance To present a professional appearance and inspire confidence: –Clothing should fit properly –Be in good repair (free from tears, missing buttons, broken zippers, uneven hemlines) –Shoes should be neat, clean, and comfortable

9. Clothing and Personal Appearance AppearanceImpression DirtyUnreliable and unprofessional Body piercing & tattoosUnprofessional, unreliable, immature, Dangerous Clean and NeatProfessional and reliable