This blog documents my MBA student life at Ryerson University, Canada (2010-2012). It was an attempt to demystify the MBA experience, help understand MBA topics & encourage MBA wannabes. I have a Pre-MBA blog about B-School application process (and a few other blogs) as well. I used to blog actively in the past and interact with readers regularly, but life got very busy after my MBA. Good luck. Take care. Cheers! Gerry.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
MBA grooming and image makeover to suit Management & Leadership roles.
#MBA-Makeover-and-Grooming:
Its the final stage of my MBA with potential transition into new roles. Need to attempt to do some image makeover :) Pedicure (I do not go to spas / salons. Need to start). Hair removal (Some of us Indians do have a lot of body hair, LOL). Etiquette lessons. Get rid of all the clutter at home. More formal clothing and more dress shoes.
Another nice video clip about image makeover:
http://youtu.be/pBsmxemSozw
Behavioural adjustments:
Another nice video clip about image makeover:
http://youtu.be/pBsmxemSozw
Behavioural adjustments:
No more being silly, goofy, spontaneous, being oneself / expressing oneself. (No more trying to be a "funny dude" on Facebook). No giggling in public. No more displaying weaknesses. No more controversial topics. Portraying a neutral outlook and confident persona. Poker face or half smile with a gentle nod of the head. Be nice and pleasant to all, no matter what the mood. Studying the other party / company culture and positioning yourself likewise.
That much for a start. Hope the improvements shall be real with time and not faking it :) Society has expectations of us MBAs. I guess we need to live up to the expectations... Need to build an image of a leader and manager.
That much for a start. Hope the improvements shall be real with time and not faking it :) Society has expectations of us MBAs. I guess we need to live up to the expectations... Need to build an image of a leader and manager.
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