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Polish Your Persona

Polish Your Persona

By Janika LeMaitre

Learn from business etiquette and personal branding specialist Janika LeMaitre, how to "polish your persona" and earn greater respect by defining a sophisticated presence.

Janika provides a road map on self-awareness, self-presentation, dressing, dining etiquette, social media, personal correspondence, core values, and more.

You’ll learn the basic concepts behind what makes certain behaviors polished, how you can adopt these habits, and create an elegant reputation for yourself.

Visit her website: www.better-professional.com.
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Handling Your Drinks

Polish Your PersonaMay 21, 2021

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Why Invest in a Personal Stylist?

Why Invest in a Personal Stylist?

In the final episode of Season 2, Janika and Maria discuss building a trusted team around you of people who provide services to help advance your agenda when polishing your persona. And, this may include a personal stylist.

Their discussion covers how a stylist is a secret weapon for people evolving their style, how to look for one that compliments you and your needs, and questions you should ask yourself to prepare when interviewing a stylist.

They end the conversation with three key takeaways to ensure you are well equipped for the next steps.

For any questions, insights, and feedback, please email us here: inquiry@better-professional.com.

Jun 15, 202228:56
When & Why You Should Dress Boldly
Jun 08, 202224:49
How to Present Yourself as an Expert: Communicate Through Clothing

How to Present Yourself as an Expert: Communicate Through Clothing

Janika and Maria provide light on why your self-presentation is as important as your message and how communicating your expertise through dressing can work in your favor.


Learn about:

• How and when people make assumptions by knowing the "seven-second rule."

• Adhering to your own standards, circling back to capsule wardrobes.

Creating consistency to compliment your "brand."

• The feeling you get when you dress a certain way.

• The effect of fashion labels, tailoring, cut, fit, color, etc.

They provide two key take-aways at the end of the episode.


For any questions, insights, and feedback, please email us here: inquiry@better-professional.com.

Jun 01, 202221:21
Intentional Dressing: What Does That Mean To You?
May 25, 202226:49
Myth Busters: Five Things to Ignore About Your Professional Wardrobe
May 18, 202229:20
Is Decision Fatigue Real When It Comes to Dressing?
May 11, 202224:47
Gray Areas of Dress Codes
May 04, 202227:15
The Great Fashion 'Pivot'
Apr 27, 202227:14
Advantages of Knowing Dining Etiquette

Advantages of Knowing Dining Etiquette

Season One Finale: This episode covers a couple of tips for confirming with your guest when and where you are meeting. Janika also explains the importance of knowing dining etiquette and why showing respect to the staff at any venue adds value to your reputation.
May 28, 202111:43
Handling Your Drinks

Handling Your Drinks

Handle yourself with poise when drinking a beverage. Know where to place your handbag when seated at a table and gain clarity on payment for the check.
May 21, 202109:51
Hosting Guests & Being a Great Guest

Hosting Guests & Being a Great Guest

Know the twenty questions you should ask yourself when hosting. And, learn to plan ahead when you are the guest.


May 14, 202113:22
Calendar Planning & Research

Calendar Planning & Research

Janika provides insight as to how overplanning specific details can help add to your reputation. And, think about how doing your research can help prepare you for get-togethers with new people.
Apr 30, 202111:29
How to Decipher Dress Codes

How to Decipher Dress Codes

Be prepared for whatever attire is appropriate when it comes to dressing in the workplace and for attending events. 9:16 min – Casual/Lounge Wear 12:30 min – Business/Smart Casual 15:43 min – Business Attire 18:32 min – Cocktail Wear 21:43 min – Suit & Tie 23:04 min – Black Tie 27:00 min – Black Tie Optional 27:48 min – Unsure of the Dress Code?
Apr 23, 202130:29
Accessorizing Ideas & Back Up Plans

Accessorizing Ideas & Back Up Plans

To accessorize or not? The points explained by Janika will help you decide how to add to your outfit. Not overdo your look. She will also provide tips about how you can get ready for the unexpected.
Apr 16, 202109:36
What Shoes & Handbags Say About You

What Shoes & Handbags Say About You

What does your handbag say about you? Is an emergency kit necessary? How do your shoes impact your persona? In this episode Janika addresses all of these topics.


Apr 09, 202111:46
Clothing Fundamentals

Clothing Fundamentals

Gain clarity on the fundamentals of clothing from Janika and be aware how to keep your undergarments ‘under the radar.’
Apr 02, 202112:51
Polished Makeup Tips

Polished Makeup Tips

Learn how to achieve a more polished professional make up look with tips given in this episode.
Mar 26, 202110:22
Nail Care & Fragrance Impressions

Nail Care & Fragrance Impressions

Know why your nails and fragrance can make or break the impression you make on others. Learn the measures you can take to ensure you give an elegant one.
Mar 19, 202113:21
Impeccable Hygiene & Hair Styling

Impeccable Hygiene & Hair Styling

Matters relating to good hygiene I discussed as well as elegant hairstyles for ladies.
Mar 12, 202111:05
Navigating Language Barriers

Navigating Language Barriers

Learn Janika’s tactic that you can use to break through language barriers with ease.
Feb 26, 202106:04
Space, Fillers, Pausing & Formal Dialogue

Space, Fillers, Pausing & Formal Dialogue

Janika guides you to break the habit of using crutch words in your speech and how you can embrace pausing for a fact. Also, find out about formal dialogue and when you can use proper phrasing to your advantage.
Feb 19, 202111:43
Using Your Voice to Become Confident

Using Your Voice to Become Confident

Understand why the way you use your voice matters in this episode. Examples and techniques are provided to help you become more confident speaker.
Feb 12, 202111:05
Conversation Exit Strategy

Conversation Exit Strategy

Janika gives you her two-step checklist to recognize a conversation hijacker. She gives you a strategy to make a seamless exit.
Feb 05, 202107:23
Manners & Cell Phone Etiquette

Manners & Cell Phone Etiquette

Here why the use of good manners helps you come across as polished. Know what is expected of respectful cell phone behavior.
Jan 29, 202108:50
Engaging Conversation & Listening With Intention

Engaging Conversation & Listening With Intention

Knowing which conversational tropics are okay and what you should avoid are covered. Janika also provides pointers on how to listen with more intention.
Jan 22, 202110:23
Personal Style & Mindfulness

Personal Style & Mindfulness

Understand what are acceptable boundaries of personal space. Learn a simple formula to begin practicing mindfulness.
Jan 15, 202108:34
Body Language Explained

Body Language Explained

How is your body language interpreted? Become aware of your gestures and learn from Janika the best practices to build your confidence in this episode.
Jan 08, 202113:59
December 26, 2020

December 26, 2020

Dec 26, 202000:47