What not to Wear to Work

The way you dress affects how others view you. It's nothing personal, just business.

Many professional women are guilty of multiple fashion faux pas without realizing it, and their lack of judgment can sometimes lead to being passed over for a job or promotion.Dressing for success means business, not pleasure.

1. Too much cleavage - Showing too much cleavage at work is the No. 1 fashion faux pas on our list. Studies show that women who dress in sexy attire in a professional environment are more often passed over for promotions than women who dress more conservatively. Bottom line: If you want to get ahead, ditch the low-cut top.
2. Too-short skirt - Wearing a micro-mini may send the message that you're trying to compensate for skills you lack in other areas. Also, the knee is a visual anchor, says Barbara Pachter, an etiquette expert. People's attention will be drawn downward when they approach you, instead of toward your face where it should be. Save your minis for after office hours and, while it doesn't need to be knee length, put on a skirt that you can sit down in without showing too much thigh.
3. See-through clothes - Summer materials such as organza and liquid jersey look and feel cool and pretty, but in the light of a staff meeting, they can reveal the outlines of your legs — and much more. The best solution is to check out your ensemble in a bright, naturally lit room before leaving for work. Always wear transparent blouses over camis or under jackets; transparent dresses and skirts should be layered over a slip or leggings. Ginger Burr of Total Image Consultants notes that buying clothes with lining — especially white pants and skirts — is always a safe choice.
4. Over-accessorizing - A rule of thumb when it comes to accessories in the workplace: Less is more. Costume jewelry, when worn in bulk, tends to look tacky. The real thing, on the other hand, can come off as gaudy. A boardroom-ready look includes one show stopper plus subtle accessories. That means if you're going to put on a chunky beaded necklace, stick to minimal earrings and arm candy.
Bringing the beach into the office Sundresses, spaghetti straps, flip-flops. Nothing makes you look less professional than coming to the office like you're dressed for the beach. Having a cover-up like a pashmina, neutral blazer or cardigan on hand will always make an outfit look more professional. Truth be told, however, these summer staples are best avoided at the office. Trade your tank top for a silk shell and Havaianas for backless mules.

Source: Laura Sinberg, Forbes.com

Inspirational Tips for Smart Women

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1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

4. Your job won't take care of you when you get sick. Your friends and family will. Stay in touch.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month. :(

6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

8. Save for retirement...start now!

9. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

10. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

11. It's OK to let your children see you cry.

12. Don't compare life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

13. If a relationship has to be secret, you shouldn't be in it.

14. Everything can change in a blink of an eye. But don't worry; GOD never blinks.

15. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

16. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

17. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.

18. Burn the candles,use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

19. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

20. Always choose life.

21. Forgive everyone, everything. - Even Jesus forgives & forgets :)

22. What other people think of you is none of your business. Practice the art of "deadma".

23. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

24. Don't take yourself seriously. No one else does.

25. Believe in miracles.

26. Don't audit life. Show up & make the most of it now.

27. Your children get only one childhood.

28. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

29. Get outside everyday. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

30. If we threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.

31. The best is yet to come.

32. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up & show up.

33. Yield.

34. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.

Posted by: AC Associates