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Polish Your Persona
Janika LeMaitre
28 episodes
3 days ago
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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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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Episodes (20/28)
Polish Your Persona
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.

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3 years ago
29 minutes

Polish Your Persona
When & Why You Should Dress Boldly

Everyone has a different definition for what 'bold' means. But, how can you apply it to your physical self-presentation?

The topics covered in this episode:

• Using color intentionally.

• Descriptive words for being bold.

• Signature style and people who have their own.

• Power dressing and knowing when you want to stand out.

• How to balance intimidation and softness.

Janika and Maria finish the episode with three key take-aways with hopes to motivate you to dress boldly for yourself!

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

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
24 minutes 53 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.

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3 years ago
21 minutes 25 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Intentional Dressing: What Does That Mean To You?

Intentionally dressing to step into your persona is not without challenges. Some of the questions explored include in this episode:

1. How can you identify your changing needs?

2. What does it do psychologically for you?

3. Can you come up with your own practice helping you create alignment?

Janika and Maria conclude the episode by providing a few take-aways to inspire you to take action for "dressing intentionally."

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

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
26 minutes 52 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Myth Busters: Five Things to Ignore About Your Professional Wardrobe

There are some myths you may have heard about dressing professionally and in this episode Janika and Maria explain why they should be ignored!

Common myths uncovered:

• The concept of a 'uniform' is minimal, colorless, and always the same.

• You must power dress in pant suits to show your status.

• Color analysis is not effective.

• Items are not worth tailoring and should be purchased off the rack to fit you.

• Dressing for the job you want and how it is not always a true statement.

Listen as detailed truths about each of these myths are unfolded. Know what will help you make better decisions with your wardrobe.

If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
29 minutes 24 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Is Decision Fatigue Real When It Comes to Dressing?

How many decisions do you make each day? How can you create simplicity? What clothing choices are you making to set you up for success?

Janika and Maria discuss the idea of creating efficiency and a streamlined wardrobing process. They also talk about why giving yourself an advantage and intentionally setting your day up ahead of time will create good energy. In addition, you'll learn two critical takeaways for guiding you around decision fatigue.

If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
24 minutes 51 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Gray Areas of Dress Codes

Dress codes are a topic of interest, and a sensitive one. Listen to Janika and Maria discuss their take on dress codes as they affect you today. They talk about the real sense of empowerment when you feel confident in your appearance, why it matters, and leave you with five key takeaways on how to develop your self-appointed dress code standard.

If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
27 minutes 19 seconds

Polish Your Persona
The Great Fashion 'Pivot'

Janika and Maria have a casual conversation about the impact of the past few years on how dressing expectations have changed. They explore how physically being in the workplace to working from home has impacted wardrobing, what is known as the 'great resignation,' and leave you with four must wear items when you're on a virtual call.

If you have a topic you'd like discussed or questions you'd like answered, please contact inquiry@better-professional.com.

Visit better-professional.com to learn more about Janika's consulting services.

And, visit mfdstyle.com to learn more about Maria's services.

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3 years ago
27 minutes 18 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.
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4 years ago
11 minutes 43 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.
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4 years ago
9 minutes 51 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.


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4 years ago
13 minutes 22 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.
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4 years ago
11 minutes 29 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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?
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4 years ago
30 minutes 29 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.
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4 years ago
9 minutes 36 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.


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4 years ago
11 minutes 46 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Clothing Fundamentals
Gain clarity on the fundamentals of clothing from Janika and be aware how to keep your undergarments ‘under the radar.’
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4 years ago
12 minutes 52 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Polished Makeup Tips
Learn how to achieve a more polished professional make up look with tips given in this episode.
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4 years ago
10 minutes 23 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.
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4 years ago
13 minutes 22 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Impeccable Hygiene & Hair Styling
Matters relating to good hygiene I discussed as well as elegant hairstyles for ladies.
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4 years ago
11 minutes 6 seconds

Polish Your Persona
Navigating Language Barriers
Learn Janika’s tactic that you can use to break through language barriers with ease.
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4 years ago
6 minutes 4 seconds

Polish Your Persona
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.