Management Skills

1. Arrive at the photographers early, so that you are not hurried and can touch up your hair, makeup, etc.

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2. Be rested. Get a good nights sleep the night before for that fresh look and drink plenty of fluids the day of your session to stay hydrated

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3. Be well groomed. Should you have a haircut before your photo? Is a colour touch up needed? A manicure is suggested if your hands will be in the photo. Avoid excessive sun or tanning before your visit. Men should shave a few hours before the session to let razor burns dissipate and to avoid a five oclock shadow.

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4. If the photographer has a professional makeup artist and hairstylist by all means take advantage of the service. If not you may want to go to your own stylist the day of the session. Women should avoid all frosted makeup. Bring additional makeup and hair styling products with you.

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5. Know the image you wish to project. Are you more formal, traditional, or casual. Discuss with your photographer the image you want, and the image of your company. If you have seen some portraits that you like bring them with you so that your photographer has an idea of what appeals to you. Remember your photographer is not a mind reader.

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6. Professional Clothing Selection. For women choose a jacket or a long sleeved dress. Avoid sleeveless because upper arms always appear wider than they are in actual life in photos. Avoid turtlenecks. Solid colours are usually the safest, however avoid trendy colours. Avoid bold stripes, bold patterns or anything that is too distracting. A subtle pattern is fine. For men choose a conservative suit in traditional colours such as black, charcoal brown, grey, or navy. Textures are fine. A white or blue shirt is the most professional. The classic solid, pattern, solid combination is usually the best choice. Solid coloured jacket, patterned tie, solid coloured shirt.

And if everything goes wrong, just remember that Photoshop�can correct a multitude of imperfections.

Pat Elke, Founding President of Advancing With Style is a leading authority and executive advisor in the areas of professional image, business and social etiquette, workplace civility, international business etiquette, and cultural awareness.

Since 1982 she has worked with over 600 corporations and delivered more than 1500 seminars worldwide. Clients range from Fortune 500 comapanies to government agencies, and from political leaders to financial CEOs.

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