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How you "package" and present yourself speaks volumes about how you value yourself and respect others and also about your sense of quality, creativity and professionalism.

Your dress, your grooming, your voice and behaviour tell people a lot about you within minutes of meeting.

Have you ever stopped to think of what you want to project to others?

Does your personal image support your present and future dreams, your lifestyle and personality?

When was the last time you assessed how you are doing in the image stakes?

**GENERAL IMAGE ASSESSMENT**
Nails
Do you need a manicure?	Yes	No
Do you need a pedicure?	Yes	No
Hair
Do you have an attractive and easy to care for hairstyle that suits you?	Yes	No
Does the colour, cut and style of your hair compliment the image you want to project?	Yes	No
Skin
Are skin products or treatments in order?	Yes	No
Do you need to revise your makeup using the most flattering colours and techniques that suit you?	Yes	No
Body
Are there actions you have to take to make your body healthy? Being in shape has become a metaphor for being in control of yourself.	Yes	No
Do you need to make an appointment for a physical exam?	Yes	No
Have you been putting off dental work and medical treatment?	Yes	No
How about an eye exam, do you need new glasses?	Yes	No
Is your hearing good?	Yes	No
Do you need to lose a few pounds?	Yes	No
Do you have an exercise plan?	Yes	No
Are there concrete actions you will take?	Yes	No
Do you have rewards that you will give yourself when you carry it through?	Yes	No
Do you need to join a gym or exercise class?	Yes	No
Do you need a personal trainer and don't have time to go to the gym?	Yes	No
Check out http://www.workoutplan.com where you can create your own tailored plan. I have used this free service for the last eighteen months and it has been great for me. However, it is not suitable for everyone as many people need the motivation of an actual person to help them stick to a plan, so decide for yourself if this is right for you.
Clothes
Your clothes are your image. Check in the mirror and see what others see. Do you have any negative reactions?	Yes	No
Look in your closet and dresser drawers. Can you make a list of what pleases you?	Yes	No
Do you need to make an appointment with an image consultant?	Yes	No
Is it time to clean out your closets and drawers?	Yes	No
What about mending, shoe repairs, laundry and dry cleaning?	Yes	No
Do you need to make a list of the items that need to be purchased to complete or enhance your wardrobe?	Yes	No

Let your old image help your community
"Do unto others and you would have others do unto you"

With so many people in need of your help through floods, tornado's, wild fires or simply through life circumstances why not take the time to go through your home this week and find items that you can donate to ease someone's life in less fortunate circumstances.

There is always a need for used clothing to be donated to your local Goodwill shop, Salvation army or Red cross.

Blankets, Old Pots and pans, and children's toys (especially with Christmas fast approaching) are also always needed.

Further Reading: Presenting Yourself: A personal image guide for women by Mary Spillane from the Color Me Beautiful Organisation ISBN 0-7499-1308-8

Jill enjoys helping people to live a prosperous and abundant life. She is the author of several books and a member of the New Zealand Freelance writers Association (NZFWA). For more articles and resources visit her website at: http://www.netwrite-publish.com