January Newsletter -- Who Is Your Community?

Optimal Impact ~ Your Best You

Newsletter from Janice Hurley

January 2020

January VIP - Brandie Wilkins

Brandie Wilkins from Houston, Texas learned to celebrate her curves. She was knowledgeable before working with me that wearing darker colors on the bottom and lighter on top (with a pattern) would provide a good hour-glass figure. What Brandie did learn was that fabric that has a shine to it, even if it is black, will still accentuate that area. Belts are a curvy girl's best friend and layering to create interest by mixing and matching textures is a sophisticated plus.

Find a Community

Exercise is challenging to fit into your schedule and your psyche. Choosing a class format or sports group that both inspires you and holds you accountable is so helpful. Sometimes you can get tired of being your own energy. 2020 can bring better health and happiness to you if you have figured out what type of exercise and what type of people bring you joy. I was introduced to Crossfit by these two young ladies. Lisa on the left started a Crossfit box in her garage and introduced the sport to our whole family. I think about what I can do and not what I can’t to avoid being discouraged. I know that no matter what I do when I get there, it will be more than if I had stayed home.

Meditation

I am the last person I know to value the skill of meditation. What I have learned is that because I find it so difficult, I am indeed someone who is most in need of its discipline. I use this app to remind me to meditate at 7 am each morning. I listen to one of the suggested forms of meditation for 10 – 15 minutes. We are happier individuals when we slow down the mind and practice the skill of being present…just present. This program - called 10 Percent Happier has meditations for sleep, self-confidence and training to getting a handle on changing behavior. I am last to the party but not the least to enjoy and value the benefits.

Video Conference Calls -- Your Background

Many of us do coaching via the internet. The angle of the camera and the lighting play a key role in the experience of those involved on the call. I recently learned that I could set the background up so it would be consistent. You can go to the Video Options after you have connected your remote camera (if that is what you are using) and choose a backdrop. I only had 4 background options at first and then I noticed it allowed me to add my own photo. I researched stock photo backgrounds and came up with the one on the left. I liked it…except it wasn’t my office space so… I took a photo of my actual office (seen on the right) and downloaded that as my backdrop. Ready for the question, “Is that your office? I can now say “Yes.”

Virtual Coaching for Past Image Clients

“Each season the styles change a bit. I am sick of being two or three seasons behind and buying clothes or accessories that don’t “look quite right” and then sit in my closet. Recently, I had an epiphany. If I had Janice in on the buying process, I could save time, frustration and money. She makes it super easy virtually. The cool thing is that we are also using what I already own to create a more current look.

Love it! Thank you, Janice.”

~Melinda Heryford

After numerous requests from clients to have “reserve time” in the bank, we’ve set up coaching time you can draw from, as needed. This offer is only for clients who have had one-on-one time with me or have attended my two day workshop. You can reserve an hour of virtual advice and coaching for $300 that can be used in small increments (as little as 15 minutes at a time).

Styles and Trends - Menswear - Trousers

The more narrow the pant, the shorter it should be in length. The most common mistake I see in the length of men’s pants, is that they have gone unhemmed and are too long. I think I have included this comment in more than 4 of my newsletters because I keep searching for a way to help men see themselves. You can immediately make yourself look out-of-date with pants that have not been sized to you. Embrace your own style for sure but sloppy is rarely the look you would say you are going for.

Spring 2020 Workshop - Only a Few Spaces Left!

It's Happening!

Professional Image Workshop - For Women Only!

April 9-10, 2020 in Carlsbad, CA

In this 2-day workshop, you will get personal feedback from Janice and learn to:

Put together your BEST ever wardrobe
Enhance your image with jewelry, belts and scarves
Understand the impact of “color” and makeup
Make a “shopping list” to complete your wardrobe
Fit a jacket and slacks for your body shape
Find your best assets and learn how to play them up!

"Janice is amazing at what she does! So intuitive, creative, brilliant! I will carry this time and my experience from this workshop with me forever! And not just the expertise of image, but the lessons, and life advice, I have been able to apply to my life and work immediately. Highly recommend for anyone! "

Jessica Anderson - Workshop Attendee

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