In preparation for end of year functions, on 19 November 2010, CEDR Corporate Consulting organised this special training program for our senior managers and executives. The program was facilitated by Wendy Lee, an internationally trained and qualified image consultant in Malaysia. Wendy is a reputed professional speaker, as well as fashion critique, style advisor for local TV shows, regular guest for various radio and TV shows and also columnist in Malaysia’s leading newspapers.
Here is an overview of this fascinating and fun training.
As a ‘starter’, we had an overview of ‘image’ and how it impacted our life. Wendy shared about how to create a good first impression through our appearance and body language. The tricky part is to modify how we look, act and sound to achieve the impression we desire. Everyone went through an activity of self assessment on personal brand messages and then got a partner to describe his image. Some received conflicting messages while some received matching descriptions. We learned that looks can be deceiving!
Next came the part on how to rebrand oneself to achieve the professional look. Wendy shared and used relevant slides and real models (the participants) to illustrate types of faces, clothing for both women and men to highlight the professional look, universal facts about colours in the business world and other important pointers for a successful image. We had great fun in identifying our body shape and whether we are well proportioned or not! This information is useful for selection of the appropriate wardrobe. We had fantastic hands-on tips on these aspects. | 
The classroom learning ended with a make-up session for the ladies to look gorgeous while dining out with handsome colleagues. While the ladies received useful tips for a makeover, the men got some pointers on facial care. The “Finale” had everyone changed into their evening attire for a `fine dining’ training segment. “A training session with a Twist”…… of on-job “reality” fun.
The highlight of the program was the fine dining we had at a restaurant. Before and during the dining, Wendy walked through the process of fine dining from table settings, meal etiquette, napkin etiquette, eating etiquette and finally seating arrangement and entertainment. Wendy also shared important tips while we dined graciously.
The conclusion of the program was the award for the best dressed lady and gentleman of the evening. The award went to Ms Jenny Jung and Mr Yee Sen Tat, both from Amsteel Klang.
Thanks and congratulations to all participants and the organiser, CEDR for this great program! |