Business Dress and Ediquette

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Business Dress

&Business Etiquette

The Dos & The Don'tsSupplemented By

Information From A Presentation By Ginger L. Bowen

And Information From a UCF Presentation

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OVERVIEW

Why Appearance Matters

What Is Business Dress?

Dos And Donts

What Is Business Casual?What Is Semiformal Attire?

Dress For Success Examples & Sources

A Related Sidebar

General Business EtiquetteHow To Attend A Cocktail Party

Business Dining

Other resource info


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YOU ARE WHAT YOU WEAR

In a business setting, people first notice Your clothing

Your face

Your hands Your shoes

Your writing instrument

Your briefcase

Your watch etc etcThe care taken in your appearanceindicates the care taken in your position


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A Side-Bar On

How You Are Perceived

If you look like a/an _____, people will

treat you like a/an ______.

If you act like a/an _____, people will


If you talk like a/an _____, people will



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WHAT IS BUSINESS DRESS?

Attire appropriate for meetings or an

office environment

Purpose is to convey a professionalappearance, as well as create an

environment conducive to work

Personal expression is encouraged, butshould not be taken to extremes


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Dress For Success

For Men


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Suits

Colors to Wear:

dark blue, gray,

brown or mutedpin-stripes

Tailored and

freshly dry cleaned


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Shirts

Good quality, white button-down or

white classic colorbi/color.?

Make sure the shirt is pressed


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Ties

Silk or good quality

Complement suit

Tip of tie should end

near the center of belt

buckle

Dont let the

tie speak for

you!

YES!

NO!


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Shoes

Highly polished slip-ons

Laced dress shoes in black, cordovan

or brown

Dark socks that are high enough tohide your skin when you sit down


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Facial Hair

No facial hair if possible, if you

must, trim it neatly

NO!

MAYBE

YES


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Jewelry

No chains or necklaces showing

No rings other than wedding or

college ring

No earrings or other piercing; if you

have them, take them outConservative watch


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Other Tips

Clean fingernails

Minimal cologne

Empty your pockets to avoid

clinking or bulges

Turn off cell phones and beepersNo gum or cigarettes


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You only have one

chanceto make a goodfirst impression!


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Dress For Success

For Women


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Why Is Dress So Cruc ial For

Success?

First impressions are extremelyimportant!

Irreversible assumptions aremade almost immediatelybased on a personsappearance.

You want to put your best footforward and present yourself ina positive light.


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5 Tips Everyone Should Know About

Dress ing Profess ional ly

1. Keep your appearance neat and clean.

2. Clothing should be freshly pressed - no wrinkles!

3. Well groomed nails are important.

4. Wear minimalmake-up andjewelry.

5. Neutral body odor is essential

(wear an antiperspirant/deodorant,

use perfume or other fragrancesparingly)!


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Examples o f Pro fess ional Att i re


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Many managers and interviewers make assumptionsbased on an individuals shoes.

This is one way of assessing whether

you pay attention to details.

Shoes should be: Neat and polished.

Closed toe.

No higher than a 2 inch heal (unless you

are extremelyshort).

Put You r Best Shoe Forward


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It is always best to err on the side of caution.

The most traditional and conservative interview attire for

women is a two piece, matched skirt suit.

Always, alwayswear a blouse

under your blazer!

A long sleeved, collared shirt or shell

is appropriate.

Make sure your ensemble still looks

complete without your blazer (in case

you have the option to take it off).

Keep it Conservat ive


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Choos ing a Color

Navy blue is a good color for a starter suit.

This is a versatile color that can be dressed up or

down, depending on the situation

and job.

Navy is considered a professional

and powerful color, but is not as

bold as black.


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Buy the nicest suit you can afford.

Put quality over quantitya well

chosen suit will last you severalyears into your career.

A cheap suit is easy to spot:

Made with less desirable materials

like rayon-poly blends.

Larger, less flattering cuts.

Choosing a Su i t that wi l l

Grow w ith You


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Have your suit professionally tailored! This ensures: The suite looks appropriate on you.

You will feel comfortable and self-confident in your suit.

Dress like you already have the job

you want.

Remember: a carefully

chosen suit will last you

well into your career.It is an investment worth

the extra money!

Your First Su i t : Tips & Tricks


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Hair Simple style

You dont want to distract theinterviewer with obnoxious hair.

They should notice you for yourskills and experiences, not your hair.

Out of your face

Nylons A must with any interview

outfitskirt or pantsuit! Skin tone or black colored aremost appropriate.

Its all in the Details


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Accessories

Dont overdo it! Its best to choose 1 or 2 simple accessories like a watch

and stud earnings.

Portfolio vs. Purse

Opt for a sharp, professional looking portfolio instead ofyour purse.

Choose a good quality portfolio with compartments for keysor lipstick.

Carry copies of your resume and a pad for note taking.

Its all in the Details: Final Touches


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Follow Company Policy. Your first reference point is the

employee manual.

When in doubtask your supervisor or

a member of Human Resources! Warning: business casual means

different things in differentcompanies!

Casual dress ranges from

coordinated skirt/pant sets tokhakis and polos.

Business casual does notmean jeans or tennis shoes.

Dress ing to Impress:


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A MixBiz & Biz Casual


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A Side-Bar

SEMIFORMAL ATTIREFemales: Knee-length cocktail dress,tea length dress, or long dress

Males: Black Tie

Tuxedo or a dark suit is appropriate

Formal wear (white tie, full ball gown) isgenerally not required


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Another

Sidebar

Tattoos

Piercings

And etc etc?


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Determining Appropriate Dress

Consider the environment

Consider your goals

Consider the clues

Consider others dress

Consider the impressionyou want to

make or leave


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Business Etiquette

Putting Your Best Foot Forward

Instead Of Putting It In Your Mouth


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Etiquette Topics

General Tips

Making introductions

Using the telephone

E-mailing

Gender issues

Dining


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Introductions

When being introduced:

Shake hands firmly

Stand

When introducing others:

Introduce the most important person firstGive a little information about people

Use full names


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Introductions

Common Problem AreasIf you forget someones name, be honest

If your name is mispronounced, politely say

the correct pronunciationIf someone forgets to introduce you, politely

introduce yourself

Wait to use a persons first name until

instructed to do so

When unsure, follow the lead of others


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Telephone Etiquette

When placing calls:

Introduce yourself and state why you arecalling

Be prepared to leave a concise message

When receiving calls:

Introduce yourself

Never leave anyone on hold more than oneminute

Return messages within 24 hours


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Telephone Etiquette

Use the speakerphone sparingly and do not

use it for checking voicemailHave tasteful answering messages at workand at home

Turn cell phones off at meetings or meals (if

it accidentally rings, turn it offdo notanswer it!)

When carrying the phone, use low ringvolume or vibrate mode

Use a low voice when speaking on yourphone in public

Observe common courtesies (please andthank you)


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E-mail EtiquetteInclude a clear and specific subject line

Read messages before sendingCheck spelling and grammar

Do not curse, spam, or use ALL CAPS

Do not forward chain letters at work

Remember that all e-mail can be traced tothe source

Do not send anything you consider

privateUse BCC to preserve others privacywhen appropriate

Always reply within 24 hours


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Gender Issues

Men and women should be treated thesame

Whoever gets to the door first should openit

Both men and women should stand whenmeeting someone

Both genders should provide a firm

handshakeWhoever invites a colleague to a businesslunch pays for it


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Cocktail Party

ManagementBefore the party

R.S.V.P.

LogisticsStanding-Up Layer your items

Napkin

Plate

Glass

Business card arrangement

Keep right hand free to shake hands


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Cocktail Party

ManagementHandshakes

Universally accepted

When to use

Proper grip

Handling food

Items passed on trayspicking up

Food from buffetcarefulnot sloppy

Discarded toothpicks or cocktail sticks


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Small Talk

Researchthe group/the activity/topic

Set goalsBusiness Goals

Use open body language/smile/make

eye contact

Introduce yourself

Allow others to introduce you to people

they know


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Common Cocktail Party

Faux PasThings to Avoid

Making food the focus

Drinking to excess1 Only Uncomfortable topics

Lengthy conversations

Gossip

Complaining about the event

Flirting

Being rude/disrespectful to staff


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After the Party

Say goodbye/excuse yourself to other

guests

Thank the host/hostess as you leave

Send a thank you note


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Biz Dining Etiquette

Dont chew gum

Keep elbows off the table

Keep conversation polite

Place napkin on lap as soon as seated

Taste food before seasoningPass salt and pepper together

Dont dunk food

Break off one piece of bread, butter it, eatit, and repeat

Only order appetizers or desserts ifothers do so


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Dining Etiquette

Wait for everyone to be served before

eatingCut a small portion of food at a time (oneor two bites)

When squeezing a lemon, use other handto shield others from squirting juice

If you need to temporarily leave the table,place napkin on seat

When interviewing, follow the lead of theemployer

Be courteous and demonstrateappreciation when appropriate

Di i Eti tt


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Dining EtiquetteConversation Topics

Avoid discussing: politics, religion, gossip,sex, anything too personal or negative

Safe topics:

Weather

News/current events (dont let it get into

politics or religion!)

Books or movies

Music

Travel

Pets

Anything non-controversial

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Bread and butter plate

Butter spreader

Dessert Fork

Dessert or Coffee Spoon

Dinner Fork

Dinner Knife

Napkin

Place Plate/Charger

Salad Fork

Salad Knife

Soup Spoon

Water Goblet

Wine Glass

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12 13Can you match the right

items with their function?

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3. Bread and butter plate

4. Butter spreader

8. Dessert Fork

7. Dessert or Coffee Spoon

2. Dinner Fork

9. Dinner Knife

5. Napkin6. Place Plate/Charger

1. Salad Fork

10. Salad Knife

11. Soup Spoon

12. Water Goblet

13. Wine Glass

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1213Place Setting

Answer Key


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A Side-Bar

Silverware Signals Leaving the table, but returning

At the table, finished but would like place

setting removed

Dropped silverware

Dirty silverware


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You Get One Chance

Its Up To You

People, like diamonds, have a basic market value,

but it is only after they have been polished thatthe world will pay their real value.

-William Thourlby

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