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Is Your Image Helping or Hurting Your Bottom Line?

We all want to live in a world where people don’t judge each other, we’re all looking for the inner beauty, and clothes don’t mean anything.  We’re evolving – but today, the truth is it does matter.  A lot.

I would consider myself “fashionably challenged”. I’ve never put much interest in what I wore, what my colors are, what my hair looks like, and what shoes I’m wearing.  I am one of those people that leave the house with no makeup, wearing raggedy sweats, and hair pulled back.  Yes, I’m one of those people who others might say “did she NOT look in the mirror before she left the house?”  Sometimes, no.

I’m moving toward a life in which I am speaking professionally, coaching, and teaching.  It’s a very public job I have.  Whether or not I like it – image is important.  I realize more and more that when I walk in looking sharp, well put together, wearing colors that compliment my features and project my feminine yet powerful style – people TRUST me more.  They feel safe with me.  They are more likely to listen to me, buy products from me, sign up for things I’m offering, and invite me to speak at their events.  When I look like that – I am holding an image that I know what I’m doing and I’m successful.

When I’m wearing sweats, I am still the same person.  However, recently I had to ask myself what I was really committed to. I wondered how much I wanted to serve others, and what I could do to help me get in that position of serving on a large scale the way I feel called to.

I need a makeover.  BADLY.

I met a woman named Yvette Ervin, who you will read about in my “Anastasia Recommends” section below.  Yvette and I have had just one meeting so far, and here are some tips that she gave me:

1.  Know your colors. She does this, and there are people who specialize in doing your colors for you.  Once you know, you can get a wardrobe that has these colors and know everything you wear is flattering and brings out your natural beauty.

2.  Keep it simple. She told me to stay away from a lot of crazy patterns, at least for speaking engagements and keep it simple & elegant.  The point is not to draw to much attention to my clothes, but to have my clothes bring out my inner beauty.  I remember a quote by Coco Chanel “Dress shabbily they notice the dress.  Dress impeccably they notice the woman.”

3.  Get a couple of “uniforms”. Have 2 – 3 outfits that are put together with everything – shoes, accessories, hair style – that is ready to go for business meetings and speaking engagements.  You don’t have to think about what to wear – it’s ready to go and you can concentrate on your powerful inner presence.

4.  Make your makeup look like you’re not wearing makeup.  Keep it light and simple.  Again, know those colors.

5.  Get creative.  A new wardrobe doesn’t need to cost a fortune.  Consignment shops are great to get very low priced designer clothes!

6.  Simple, easy to do hairstyles is a must.  Pick styles that fit your face, this is a good thing to talk to an image consultant or a professional hairdresser about.  Something that you love that makes you feel beautiful!

7.  Good shoes.  Enough said.

Remember that in order to change the world, we first have to get people to sit up and listen.  Don’t let your image get in the way, let it help you.  The truth is, it feels great to look great.  Go out there and let your beauty shine through!

Copyright 2009 Anastasia Netri

Would you like to use this article in your publication?  Feel free! Just use the “About Anastasia Netri,CLC” at the bottom of the page with it, and do not change the article in any way.  Thank you!

We all want to live in a world where people don’t judge each other, we’re all looking for the inner beauty, and clothes don’t mean anything.  We’re evolving – but today, the truth is it does matter.  A lot.

I would consider myself “fashionably challenged”. I’ve never put much interest in what I wore, what my colors are, what my hair looks like, and what shoes I’m wearing.  I am one of those people that leave the house with no makeup, wearing raggedy sweats, and hair pulled back.  Yes, I’m one of those people who others might say “did she NOT look in the mirror before she left the house?”  Sometimes, no.

I’m moving toward a life in which I am speaking professionally, coaching, and teaching.  It’s a very public job I have.  Whether or not I like it – image is important.  I realize more and more that when I walk in looking sharp, well put together, wearing colors that compliment my features and project my feminine yet powerful style – people TRUST me more.  They feel safe with me.  They are more likely to listen to me, buy products from me, sign up for things I’m offering, and invite me to speak at their events.  When I look like that – I am holding an image that I know what I’m doing and I’m successful.

When I’m wearing sweats, I am still the same person.  However, recently I had to ask myself what I was really committed to. I wondered how much I wanted to serve others, and what I could do to help me get in that position of serving on a large scale the way I feel called to.

I need a makeover.  BADLY.

I met a woman named Yvette Ervin, who you will read about in my “Anastasia Recommends” section below.  Yvette and I have had just one meeting so far, and here are some tips that she gave me:

1.  Know your colors. She does this, and there are people who specialize in doing your colors for you.  Once you know, you can get a wardrobe that has these colors and know everything you wear is flattering and brings out your natural beauty.

2.  Keep it simple. She told me to stay away from a lot of crazy patterns, at least for speaking engagements and keep it simple & elegant.  The point is not to draw to much attention to my clothes, but to have my clothes bring out my inner beauty.  I remember a quote by Coco Chanel “Dress shabbily they notice the dress.  Dress impeccably they notice the woman.”

3.  Get a couple of “uniforms”. Have 2 – 3 outfits that are put together with everything – shoes, accessories, hair style – that is ready to go for business meetings and speaking engagements.  You don’t have to think about what to wear – it’s ready to go and you can concentrate on your powerful inner presence.

4.  Make your makeup look like you’re not wearing makeup.  Keep it light and simple.  Again, know those colors.

5.  Get creative.  A new wardrobe doesn’t need to cost a fortune.  Consignment shops are great to get very low priced designer clothes!

6.  Simple, easy to do hairstyles is a must.  Pick styles that fit your face, this is a good thing to talk to an image consultant or a professional hairdresser about.  Something that you love that makes you feel beautiful!

6.  Good shoes.  Enough said.

Remember that in order to change the world, we first have to get people to sit up and listen.  Don’t let your image get in the way, let it help you.  The truth is, it feels great to look great.  Go out there and let your beauty shine through!

Copyright 2009 Anastasia Netri

Would you like to use this article in your publication?  Feel free! Just use the “About Anastasia Netri,CLC” at the bottom of the page with it, and do not change the article in any way.  Thank you!

About the Author

Anastasia Netri is a work and life balance coach, inspirational speaker, writer, and all around fun gal. She works with individuals, and also with small corporations (Up to 200 Employees) setting up work/life balance programs. She is certified through Coaching Academy of North America, and has also received training from the Coaches Training Institute in San Rafael, CA. She has also studied with countless teachers and mentors, and devoured hundreds of books on business and personal development. She brings a style that includes wisdom, elegance, humor, and humility to her programs, coaching, and speaking. Her website is www.anastasia-netri.com, you can visit for more information.

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