Are These 7 Invisible Habits Secretly Ruining Your Professional Image?
I’d often show up to work in crumpled shirts, hair looking like I’d just rolled out of bed, and occasionally even forgetting to shave.
It wasn’t that I didn’t care about my appearance, but rather I thought my work would speak for itself.
The reality check came during a performance review.
My boss complimented me on my work but also pointed out that my unkempt appearance might give others the impression that I was disorganized or careless.
That’s when I realized the importance of personal grooming in a professional setting. Looking clean and well-dressed doesn’t mean you have to be in a three-piece suit every day.