Image is the reflection of a persons inner world and it is also the representation of a persons behavior. People talk about ones image, I would like to say that it is the very image of the entity that it represents.
First lets talk about what is image. We often heard people saying image is everything this is true to a certain extent but lets look it from another angle. In fact, image is formed after one interacts with people, it is the response they have when they see somebody, so it can be seen as the identity one projects. Image is more than physique and appearance, it includes personal charisma, manners and behaviors.
These components of a person’s image dominates their interactions with others, their behavior and the way they position their name. Image is the window through which we can understand a person better and further learn their capabilities. Therefore, we should learn how to build up a good personal image and make ourselves appear more competitive in the society.
The first step of creating a good personal image is to make sure that we present ourselves in the best possible way. We should dress appropriately according to the occasion and remind ourselves to maintain etiquette when communicating with others. It is important to remember that besides behaviour and conduct, appearances plays a massive role in forming an image. We should focus on intentional details of our looks, such as the smell of perfume and the formality of our clothes. Moreover, the quality and design of the items we wear can help us to appear sophisticated and confident.
Second is to establish a pleasant personality that attracts people’s attention; to build positive relationships with the people we meet, be it our colleagues or strangers, which reflects our self-esteem and character. We should also strive to be more active and passionate in work, to that people can recognize our working ethics and personalities, as this is key in forming our personal image.
Third, we have to set prominent goal and perspective towards our career path, as this is the way others perceive us and decide whether we are the appropriate candidate they are looking for. We are expected to have big dreams and give our best effort in achieving them, it is also essential to keep up with the current trend and build up a better sense of direction so that we can stay ahead of our competitors.
Last but not least, We should also learn to develop our communication skills as communication is vital in forming a strong image. We are expected to be capable of verbal and nonverbal communication, to communicate effectively and with purpose. People feel more attracted when we communicate in an assertive and open manner, it can demonstrate qualities such as courage, self-assurance, knowledge and trustworthiness.
Therefore, forming an image requires continuous effort and work. It requires us to portray ourselves in the best possible way in order to build a good impression among people. It is the very image of the entity we represent and this is how we present ourselves and our future.
