Must Haves for the Modern Business Man or Woman
A trend has been developing for a number of years in many western companies. More and more employers are allowing their employees to dress down. It’s not uncommon to find people wearing shorts, t-shirts and flip-flops in the office and even for external business meetings.
Any serious business man or woman will know that image is everything and such casual dressing doesn’t invoke confidence or convey success. The way you dress and carry yourself has a significant impact on the way you’re perceived. Not just as a human being, but as a professional as well.
If you want people to take you seriously here are 6 must haves for today’s business man or woman.
Time to Suit Up
At the very least you should have a jacket and a skirt or smart pair of trousers, but a half-decent suit is one of the first things you should buy for your business wardrobe. It provides a professional look for all types of occasions, from a customer meeting, to a meeting with the chairman of the board, or any of the meetings you cannot stand.
For all you ladies, there’s also the option of a classy business dress. You should choose something made from the highest quality material and have a cut that conveys all the right signals.
Pens Haven’t Gone Out of Fashion Yet
A smartphone might be an essential accessory for the modern business man or woman, but there’s still a need for the old fashioned paper and pen. Pens come in all shapes and sizes and with prices ranging from just a few pennies to thousands of pounds, there’s a confusing number to choose from.
Ideally, you should have two quality pens. You can’t confidently predict when one is going to run out of ink, so it’s good to have a back up. It’s also useful to have one to lend to someone else, in case they forgot theirs or theirs is a cheap pen that’s stopped working.
A Timepiece
It might surprise you how many people will notice the watch that you’re wearing. There are so many different ones to choose from, that you might need to have more than one. You’ll definitely turn peoples heads if you choose one of the racing watches by TAG Heuer.
A Classy Notebook or Journal
Yes you can use your smartphone for taking notes, but there’s still a place for a notebook or journal. Choose one that makes you stand out from the crowd, rather than a freebie you picked up at the supermarket.
If you really want to push the boat out, many of the top designers have their own version of the classic journal.
A Top Quality Bag
Choose a high quality bag made from the finest materials and it’s serve you for many years to come. Start out with a bag that’s both classic and versatile before adding a few more to your collection.
Its main function will be to carry all your stuff in, such as pens, journals, mobile device, documents, wallet, keyring, and business cards.
Classic Belt
Aside from its most obvious function, a belt can make a big difference to the way that you look. We’re not talking crazy buckles or of the wall colours. It should be a nice looking belt with a classic buckle.
If you feel and look great because you’ve taken the time to pick the items you’re wearing, everyone around you will notice. Looks do matter, in spite of what many people think.
