Personal Impact

This article discusses why image is so important, the key components that make up a person’s image, and the benefits that a positive image can bring.

When people are asked what counts more – employee attitude or employee aptitude, attitude wins every time. In this article we examine some of the most important aspects of a professional attitude in the workplace.

Here we take a closer look at the science of using subliminal messages of personal presentation to influence others and gain competitive advantage.

Confidence is not something you are necessarily born with, but you can learn how to become a more confident person. Here we give you a general overview of how confidence can increase your personal impact.

Here we discuss the reasons why the clothes people wear affect our first impressions and perceptions of their ability.

Being well groomed shows that you take yourself and your work seriously. This article provides some guidance on the key areas that demand careful attention.

Learn about what assertiveness is, and the benefits it can bring.

Advice and exercises to help you consider your rights, beliefs, feelings and views – all of which are fundamental to assertiveness.

This article provides specific advice to help you prepare for some of the key scenarios that you are likely to encounter during your working life: job interviews, business meetings, presentations and media interviews.

A number of practical steps you can take to develop your assertiveness skills.

Although a positive ‘can-do’ approach seems to be the best way of getting ahead, saying yes to everything can have a negative impact on your work and your health. This article will show you how to say no occasionally, while still appearing an enthusiastic team player.

Useful advice on how to manage your business wardrobe effectively, so you can look good on a daily basis with minimum fuss.

This article outlines steps that will help you to inspire others through your own positivity and motivation.

We offer some useful advice on how to develop your self-confidence, and enjoy its many advantages.

Top tips on workplace etiquette, which you can use to maintain harmonious professional working relationships and ensure that you are a considerate colleague.

This handy list shows the significance of various colours and the situations they are best suited to, so you can begin to use colour to your advantage in your working life.

Because clothing is one of the first things we notice about people, it has a big impact on our first impressions. These top tips will help ensure that you are always dressed to impress.

This handy list provides some guidance on some of the definite no-no’s of office attire, to ensure you maintain a professional image even when your clothes are informal.

Self-confidence is a great personal attribute but it is not something that you are born with, rather it is a skill that you can develop. These top tips are designed to help you build up your confidence and self-esteem.

Good communication is one of the best ways to have a positive impact. It is not just about what you say and write, but also about how you say and write it. Here are some tips on how you can use your verbal and non-verbal communication skills to ensure you make a positive impact.