Forbe’s Dorie Clark explains how to dress for success at work in the following short video:
How to Dress to Impress for Ultimate Business Success:
Aim to dress up more often: Successful million and billionaire entrepreneurs like Tim Ferriss and Mark Zuckerburg are exempt from this rule. Though, as noted in the vid, it can definitely be seen as disrespectful. Ignore this tip at your own professional peril!
Wardrobe doesn’t have to be expensive, but it does have to project quality:
As noted, have at least a few key staples such as a couple of pairs of professional-looking slacks, skirts, button-up long sleeve shirts, suit tops, etc.
Get your clothes professionally tailored:
I’ve been guilty of this too — buying pants that are too long, too baggy, too tight, etc — all to avoid a $10 trip to the tailors to have something customized to my shape.
Adopt a signature item:
This isn’t essential, as the other three are. However, it’s not a bad idea. Leave the fanny packs at home though — please!
