3 Myths about Image:
1: IMAGE DOESN'T MATTER Your image is not everything, just what everyone notices first! The importance of image is widely accepted globally, although it manifests itself differently in different societies. In this day and age, self-image is increasingly quoted as an important part of self-fulfillment.
2: IT'S VIP TERRITORY Don't be misled: we all size people up, this is just human behavior at work. People are affected by our image weather or not they realize it. Regardless of age and profession, you need to look current and polished at all times, and communicate properly, both verbally and non-verbally. If you want to look, feel, think and act your best, you will benefit from working with a professional image consultant.
3: CHANGE CAN WAIT Quite the contrary. As individuals, your personal and professional image stand for the ultimate brand you will ever represent. You need the objectivity to recognize issues and the determination to address them. When postponing change, you need to understand and accept the potentially significant costs associated with the status quo.
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Our Leadership Team Bio PageMihaela Ciocan
Mihaela Ciocan, BA, AICI FLC - President, Principal Consultant
As an image management specialist with over 9 years of experience, Mihaela Ciocan is an agent of change with practical advice and strategies. Her credentials include international certification from the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI), a BA in Journalism and Public Image and a Diploma in Fashion Business and Creative Arts. Mihaela’s down-to-earth style, results-driven approach, coupled with extensive North American and European experience, make her a sought-after image professional. She has worked with a wide range of individuals, from CEOs to moms returning to work; also with a variety of corporate clients such as: Ernst & Young, UBC Sauder School of Business, TD Bank, West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, BC Construction Safety Network. She was quoted/featured as an image expert on City TV, Shaw Multicultural Channel, 1130 News. Her articles and interviews have appeared in such publications as: The Vancouver Sun, 24 Hours, Block Magazine, Asian Pacific Post, the Vancouver Courier and The North Shore News.
Dan Ciocan
Dan Ciocan, MBA, MSc, PMP - Managing Partner, Director of Marketing
Dan holds an MBA degree from the University of Calgary, with a specialization in Marketing and International Business. He oversees all marketing activities, contracts (e.g. joint venture agreements etc) and directly manages our largest events. He gives speeches on the various aspects of cultural sensitivity/intelligence in international business. His interest in marketing image consulting services stems from his strong desire to help people reach self-actualization. While most of us seek this ultimate personal development state almost subconsciously, achieving it requires a lot more rigor and determination.
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