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Best Impressions: How to Gain Professionalism, Promotion and Profit

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The overall theme of Best Impressions is that everyone needs a "personal full image development consultation" (which I am sure the author will provide for a fee). At best this book contains 95% fluff and 5% substance. I am incredibly under-whelmed by the lack of detail in each topical area covered. The author repeats every sentence and idea at least five times throughout, which means that this 145 page book could have easily been written in about 30 pages without losing its message. I would not recommend the purchase of this book.

Thank you for helping me to advance professionally in my career as an
Administrative Assistant. I have been searching for a way to gain respect
from my Directors. I have tried many things to gain respect I became more
organized, learned to improve my communication style and to act more
professional. However, something was still missing. It was the way I
dressed and I did not realize it until I had the opportunity to speak with
Dawn and read her book.

Prior to reading the book, I would look through clothing catalogs and find
really cute clothes. They may have been cute to me but they were not
professional. I was so thrilled and excited about the tips you gave me to
"professionalize" my wardrobe because of the upbeat and positive way you
presented the information. Immediately, I began to change the way I
dressed and soon I began to reap the results I wanted. The Directors
began to listen to me, I was handed high profile projects and people took
notice of me and have complimented me on my new look. Even more important,
I feel more positive at work and can concentrate on getting my job done no
matter what the world hands me that day.

Although I picked up some good ideas on wardrobe planning, much of the advice on improving your appearance is just common sense (wash your hair, manicure your nails). Also, her color scheme system was difficult to understand and apply. I never did figure out where I fit! There are better books out there.

I was very disappointed in this book. The information can be found in lots of magazines - nothing new.

Though times have changed Dawn's book has stayed current and will continue to do so. The book is simple to read and gets you to think about your total package through her credibility robbers.

The book reminds some of us to polish our image where we may of gotten lack over the years. This book is a must for the younger generation who never experienced the dress for success era. It provides the tools needed to benefit from a polished, professional image.

Zev Saftlas, Author of Motivation That Works

The information Dawn shares is fresh and practical. Gone are the days of "dress-for-success" in clothes that don't feel comfortable. Dawn shares with us advice on how to dress in our own style with a wardrobe that makes us feel good as individuals and still allows us to meet our professional goals. Her knowledge of the "real" business world shows through as she teaches how to find our individual style in colors and textures that flatter us the most and boost our professional (and casual!) confidence. What a refreshing change from "blue suits and power ties!" Thank you Dawn!

I read this book several times. Each time I would pick out one thing to improve on. Once I accomplished that I'd go back and pick out another item to work on. It was so easy because Dawn is showing you how to be yourself and be your professional best.

The book was easy to read, simple, concise and to the point. If we take each idea and implement them over time, then do we see the unbelievable results Dawn talks about: saving time, not spending alot of money, gaining respect and career growth. The skill of presence she teaches is so important to our careers and self-esteem. Thank you Dawn for sharing practical information which I could make a part of my life easily.

I am transitioning my career and was at a loss on how to present myself in my new career direction. This book provided me with the information I needed to be me and present myself professionally. That's what unique about this book compared to others - Dawn show's you how to be your own person. Thank You!

This book helped me feel better about continuing to dress professionally even though my work environment has been changed to business casual. Like it or not, appearances DO count and we only fool ourselves if we think otherwise. The impression and personna we present to our superiors and co-workers is enhanced or hindered by the way we dress. Dawn tells us how and why we should look professional (at whatever level our occupation requires) at all times, and defines the different levels of business casual and business professional attire. A good reference book which to be kept for review and referral. Thanks, Dawn!