Polished was built on the belief that you should always prioritize investing in yourself. We care about our appearances. We know that first impressions matter more than anything. And we know that what we wear should reflect all of the incredible things we bring to the table! If you’ve been around here for a minute, you know that your professional image is one of the greatest tools you have to help you achieve your goals! Be real with me, though – are you actually using it every day? Are your clothes really saying what you want them to say? Because if they’re not, you’re just getting in your own way. So I’m going to tell you why underdressing for work is undermining your goals!
I’m going to level with you: I know that things have changed post-Covid. A lot of us are working from home or on a hybrid model, and dressing your best just doesn’t feel like it should be a priority. But I promise you that it’s as important as ever! What if you’re jumping back into the job market or trying to move up the ladder? If you’ve got the credentials, the resume, and the contacts, but you’re not getting ahead – chances are that you aren’t being seen the way you want to be. And I guarantee that another candidate with your credentials is putting in the effort where you aren’t… their appearance! Put down that Covid-era hoodie you still wear for Zoom meetings. Let’s put your best foot forward and level up!
Why Underdressing For Work Is Undermining Your Goals
You’re not being taken as seriously. Coming in hot with this one! Investing in your professional image is just as much of a strategy as networking is. It sends a message to your superiors that you’re ready for other opportunities if you start dressing like the level you want to be at! And what’s more, they’ll be more inclined to trust you because you look the part. If you’re clearly making an effort every day, it’ll send a silent message that you put in the effort everywhere!
You’re less likely to be considered for a promotion. The sign of a leader is a strong executive presence. They all have something that sets them apart when they walk into a room. Want to be the boss? Then start embodying boss energy with your professional appearance! Stop playing small and start winning big – you’d be surprised who’s paying attention.
It’s tanking your confidence. I’m a firm believer in self-promotion and owning your excellence. But there are some days where you just don’t feel like you’re on top of the world, and you can’t shake it! And if those kinds of days persist, you’ll inevitably stop feeling the drive to put yourself out there for what you deserve. Want to know what will INSTANTLY boost your confidence? Not being able to look away from the mirror because you look so damn good. You deserve to look and feel like that every day! Don’t ever underestimate the power of looking your best.
Feeling a little lost about how to turn your professional image around? Check out these FREE Polished resources:
The Polished Style Quiz: Are you ready to look the part? Take the Style Quiz to get a personalized custom strategy to take control of your personal brand!
The Polished ID™ Playbook: Y’all, this is the Polished Bible. Not even kidding. I’m giving away all of my secrets for free! You don’t want to miss this!
Weekly Wardrobe Planning Worksheet: Take 20 minutes out of your Sunday evening to plan your work outfits for the week – and watch your morning stress melt away. Enjoy that extra few minutes with your morning cup of coffee without having to worry about what you’re going to wear!
Need more? Contact me HERE to set up a Style Chat! Let’s level up how you show up!