How is the image of the manager formed?

The formation of an individual image is the key to successful work. The leader in business is the key figure. According to him, the whole company is judged. Therefore, the image of the manager must be carefully thought out.

The image of a person is formed during life. It is influenced by the following factors:

1. Education. Parents in their childhood lay down standards of behavior and individual characteristics.
2. Acquired experience. Over time, the accumulated information affects the image of a person. This experience lays the foundation for a professional style and creates an image of a manager.

Formation of the image of the manager begins with the improvement of his appearance. In order should be a hair, teeth, nails, skin. An observant person in costume, hairstyle and make-up can draw a conclusion about personal characteristics. Therefore, the appearance should always be neat. Make-up must match the type of person and be as natural as possible. When choosing clothes, pay attention to:

• A soft color scheme that harmonizes with external natural data;
• A special cut that emphasizes the dignity of the figure and hides shortcomings;
• The business style of clothing, reflecting the scope of activity;
• Modern accessories that will make the image complete (ties, gloves, hats, watches, purses, briefcases, folders, etc.).

To the image of the manager was worthy, you need to be able to combine the elements of clothing and accessories.

If a person does not taste, then you can refer to stylists and image-makers.
The formation of the image is also influenced by professionalism and communicative competence. The manager must promptly react to changes in the economic situation, make informed decisions. The professional of his business always knows how to listen to partners, object, ask questions, use sign language, facial expressions, restrain emotions, build negotiations.

The image of the manager must meet the expectations of subordinates. Then they, trying to be like a leader, will develop and grow professionally. Also, the individual style sets the norms of relations in the team: a positive image reduces the number of conflict situations and harmonizes the communication of workers among themselves. Formation of the image in this case can take place in two ways: purposefully or spontaneously:

1. Purposeful way. This is a natural process. The manager is himself and gradually develops his business image. In this case, the manager only needs constant self-improvement in a professional way.
2. Spontaneous way. It is an active formation of the image with the help of a certain "mask", which corresponds to the type of corporate culture. This style is not always close to the personality of the manager himself.

The image of the manager is created for years, and you can lose it overnight. Therefore, at work, you must always be well dressed and combed. It is also important to restrain emotions, politely communicate and constantly improve their professional skills.