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Dress for Success

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Joseph Johnson

Daily, people ask me, "Joe, how do you do it? Your creative marketing research efforts and drive regularly uncover fashion gems that not only command attention when people walk into board meetings but also scream 'I have arrived!'"

Truly, in the world of fashion, I have arrived.  Why, just take a gander at some of the Autumn interview selections that top my "Recommends" list.  

First, it is a down economy, Summer has passed us by and Winter's gray clouds take away some of life's color.  Undaunted, true business leaders seek the opportunistic approach to all situations.  This suit boldly declares that you have the spice and flare to brighten everyone's day.

To potential employers, the hat conveys the message that you have everything covered.  You will quickly become a focal part of future initiatives as demonstrated by the strong support of your cane.  And most significantly, with brilliant butterfly collars this suit openly screams "just give me an idea and I'll fly with it."  With a suit like this, your biggest employment obstacle will be wading through the flood of offers.

The other day, when I was wearing one of my subtle, velvet blouses, silk pants, and a smoking jacket to class, a fellow scholar asked "Joe, I'm a little more conservative.  Do you have anything in your line for a banker?" I removed the stem of the cigarette holder from my mouth, exhaled and said "Baby, I was born into banking."  Seeing this next piece makes Richie Rich feel like he just shopped at a garage sale. 

With genuine virgin leopard-ester trim, you quietly let the negotiators  on the other side of the table know that "It's a jungle out there, and I'm ready to roar - bring on what you think your best deal is and I'll make your sorry self feel like the thinning part of the gazelle herd.  What?  You wanna piece of this derivative?  I'll show you margin."  You will command space.  From sheer respect and awe, people will give you the room you deserve.  And look at the subtle blend of blues and purples in a zig-zaq whirlpool flow!  Does any fabric pattern better display the fact that you are one with the ebbs and tides of risk and opportunity?  Hey there conservative cat, be a lion not a kitty.

You can expect future recommendations as interviews approach.  I'm actively seeking expansion into ladies' business attire.  Interested applicants please see me and we'll get working.  Success is yours.  Dress for it! 


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