Nebraska FBLA

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First Impressions How long does it take to make a first impression? 3 seconds

Women

Professional-Women Matching suit jacket and knee length (or longer) skirt or pants Conservative colors: navy, black, gray Long sleeve or short sleeve blouses Dress shoes or dress boots with long pants or long skirts only

Men

Professional-Men Matching suit jacket and pants Conservative colors: navy, black, gray Button-down collared shirt and coordinating tie Dress shoes-match with belt Dress socks-match with pants

Business Casual Pressed khakis, polo- style shirt Up one level: dress slacks, long sleeve button down Collared shirts No athletic shoes or socks

Casual Still portray a positive image Avoid Ragged Holes Dirty Shock syndrome

Grooming Make sure you have: Well-groomed hairstyle Cleaned and trim fingernails No visible body piercing beyond conservative ear piercings for women Well-brushed teeth and fresh breath Minimal jewelry No body odor

Body Language Stand up straight Smile! Hands at your sides No gum Eye contact

Shaking Hands Firm but not too hard No more than three times No princesses

Etiquette Wait for people to come out of elevator Dont overcrowd Dont push all buttons Turn on silent during meetings How to handle a phone call during a meeting