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There are several sophisticated and fun ways to wear your brooches. The brooch, when strategically placed anywhere on your outfits, is one of the most practical/versatile, and effective ways to spice up and project your personality. As an Image Consultant and Wardrobe Stylist, when consulted by my clients, this is one piece of accessory that I would emphasize to them that a brooch, when style right, is the ultimate magic final touch and will make them stand out for sure. Every woman should have several brooches to go with different looks, but in any case, at least one for the formal dress and one for smart-casual wear.  Image Credit: Pinterest Brooches are traditionally defined as an ornament fastened to clothing with a hinged pin and catch. Throughout history, brooches have had the special ability to reflect both timely fashion trends and deeper meaning of cultural influences. Over the years of living abroad and traveling to different countries, I had the opportunity to explore the

"Life is fragile. We're not guaranteed a tomorrow so give it everything you've got." -Tim Cook, CEO of Apple At times of the current global economic challenges, it is more urgent and crucial than ever before, that company leaders leverage their Corporate Image and Branding as a distinctive competitive edge. It is time for a change. CEOs and leaders need a new attitude and mindset to meet the new normal employees and consumers. A chief executive officer's (CEO)'s behaviour and reputation can make or break the Company's brand's image. According to a survey conducted by the global Strategic Reputation agency, Weber and Shandwick, a chief executive officer's (CEO) reputation is a fundamental driver of corporate reputation. On what key qualities or attributes would drive a strong CEO reputation, the survey found that highly respected and esteemed CEOs, relative to those lesser respected, ha

Every good conversation starts with good listening I believe crucial conversations shape and change the world. Meaningful and deep conversations can transform and change lives. Board meetings can be filled with conversations that change the world. It's the most basic way in which people relate and communicate with each other. Governance is only as good as its governors. You do govern by having conversations with each other. But how are you in the conversations? Is your voice generating a vibe that is creating value for your organization? How are you in the conversations? Is your voice generating a vibe that is creating VALUE for your organization? Getting to know someone can be an intimidating process. So how do we go about doing it right? Your body language, responses, your choice of words, tone, and questions in the initial stage of a conversation will form an impression that could be either positive or negative lasting impression. Your skills in getting to know people succes

  "Self Care is the main essential to manifesting anything in your LIFE..." Everything has changed. Now, things were normally taken for granted- an evening with friends, the daily commute, a plane flight home -are no longer the same. There is uncertainty about tomorrow; about the health and safety of families, friends, and loved ones; and about our ability to live the lives we love.  I think every one of us will forever remember this last quarter of 2020 as being a dark one, marked by mandatory isolation and brand new norms in the way we live, work, and play. Many had to deal with zoom frustrations and cabin fever, and the mandatory confinement made it very clear just how much we had taken things for granted until such a life catastrophe happened. We suddenly realized that we depended on being together. In view of major businesses and brands having been forced to close their transaction for more than three months, we wish to pay special homage to the Heal