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Elevate Your Dining Etiquette

Dining etiquette is a subtle yet powerful tool to showcase respect and sophistication in any professional setting. At London Image Institute, we emphasize that making a strong impression begins with small details. Start by placing your napkin on your lap as soon as you’re seated and waiting for everyone to be served before diving into your meal—these gestures set a respectful tone.  Understanding cutlery can also make a difference. Begin with the outermost utensils and

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mastering business etiquette
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Mastering Business Etiquette 

In today’s fast-paced business world, making a positive impression is more than just dressing well—it’s about mastering the subtle art of etiquette. At the London Image Institute, we believe professional success often hinges on small yet impactful behaviours that convey respect, confidence, and professionalism.  1. First Impressions Matter: The way you enter a room, greet others, and establish eye contact can set the tone for any interaction. A firm handshake, an open smile, and engaging body

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Style with a Conscience: Crafting an Eco-Friendly Wardrobe Through Image Consulting

We regularly update our wardrobes in a world where fashion trends evolve rapidly. While it can be fun to experiment with new styles, there’s growing awareness of our fashion choices’ impact on the environment. Fast fashion, characterised by mass-produced, inexpensive clothing, often leads to excessive waste and overconsumption. But there’s an alternative—a more mindful approach focusing on quality, longevity, and sustainability. If you want to embrace sustainable fashion but aren’t sure where to begin, an

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Why Is Work Etiquette Important?
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Why Is Work Etiquette Important?

In the modern workplace, etiquette isn’t just a nice thing to have—it’s an outright necessity. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or simply navigating the nuances of professional relationships, understanding work etiquette is essential for fostering respect, enhancing communication, and ensuring smooth operations. But what exactly does work etiquette entail, and why is it so pivotal to the professional world that places like the London Image Institute offer image consultant training? What Is Work Etiquette?

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Business Etiquette for High School and College Grads

An etiquette of business is an interesting article in the Wall Street Journal by Tara Weiss caught my eye the other day: College Courses Teach Young Adults How to Make Small Talk.   The article made good points that young graduates do not feel sufficiently well prepared for professional, in-person business interactions.  Today, any new professional must be digitally literate, but they must also be prepared to forge business relationships, contribute to face-to face conversations and

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