The importance of physical appearance shouldn't be refuted. It has a big influence on how people react to you especially if you want to give a good first impression. People have lower opinions toward you if you portray yourself as someone who puts little attention to how you look.
Whether you agree or otherwise, you know that people put emphasis on looks. They relate to you based on their frames of references and perceptions. Although you are not going for a popularity contest out there, how you present yourself counts.
You don't have to look like supermodels and put on a guise. Wearing a decent outfit and a smile together with an appropriate face expression and a good personality gives you a better chance of getting the job or an opportunity for something. It may sound unfair but it is necessary if you want to move ahead and experience more personal success and develop better relationships.
"A smile is an inexpensive way to change your looks" - Charles Gordy
Take care of your body.
Your body is your tool and asset. Taking care of your body means recognizing your natural physique and adjusting it so that you are neither too thin nor overweight. Taking regular exercise is the best way to keep fit and toned. When you like how you look, you will feel good. When you add that with the proper dress, it will positively affect your esteem and performances.
Personal hygiene.
It's important to smell good too. You wouldn't want your bad breath or body odor to turn off anyone, would you? Shower regularly, put on clean clothes and socks. If you want to maintain your facial hair, keep it well trimmed. Women should try to avoid too much make up. Yes, you want to impress and look attractive but don't overdo it.
Put a smile on your face.
Wear a smile even when you don't feel like it. It makes you and others feel better. When you give a smile, you will almost always receive back.
Watch your language and manners.
When you dress well, have sufficient esteem, and conduct yourself appropriately, you enhance your personality. This includes using the correct language when you speak. Your attractive demeanor will draw others to you and you will have better chances of success. A professional image builds credibility and provides you the opportunity to display your knowledge and expertise to gain greater influence.
Improve your self image.
Your self image is not how others see you. It's how you see yourself in your mind. If your self image is low, you will still feel unpretty and unattractive even if you are wearing the most expensive outfit, put on an updated and new look on your hair and done up your face. If you have this problem, you must work on improving your mental image.
Have a considerable amount of self esteem.
Dr. Joyce Brothers quoted that the single most critical factor in self esteem is physical appearance. This means if you look good your esteem is good. Having a considerable amount of self esteem gives you the confidence, self assurance and self respect. It shows in your demeanor; the way you walk, talk and carry yourself.
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