The Self Styled Podcast

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Dressing for Author Photos

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode, I’m covering everything you need to know to plan photos for your book. Writing a book is a big deal so don’t save planning your author photos until the last minute. Your author photos will be used in the marketing and promotion of your book for years to come and, if done well, can help make you and your brand unforgettable. In this episode, you’ll learn:

The two types of photos you’ll need to promote and market your book
When you should hire a photographer and why booking before other experts are hired can result in wasted money and time
What to look for when picking a photographer for your author photos
What to ask your photographer for to ensure you get the most flattering photos
Tips for picking clothes that flatter your body in your author photos

Join the Waitlist for the March Style Your Brand Workshop here: https://bit.ly/3qoVuw4

Learn more about the Style your Brand Workshop: https://nicoleotchy.com/online-course

CONNECT WITH NICOLE:

Instagram: @nicoleotchy

Editing Your Closet for Visibility in 2021

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing why a thorough and effective closet edit is important if you are planning on stepping into your visibility in the new year. Closet edits are the kind of thing that we often have great intentions for but never complete. Having a well-edited closet is a critical part of your visibility strategy because opportunities don’t wait for you to have the perfect outfit in your closet. When you’re deep in the work of growing your brand and business, it’s natural to leave your outfit last. Having options that make you feel amazing ready to go makes saying yes to opportunities so much easier and editing your closet is the first step to getting there. Tune to to hear:

The exact step-by-step process I’ve used for over 10 years when editing clients closets
Why my specific order when editing is critical to making sure you don’t have gaps in your wardrobe that make it frustrating to create full looks
Why your not done with your closet edit when you finish sorting your clothes and why this final step is the key to being well dressed
The tips + tricks you can implement to automate caring for your wardrobe (or at least make it a lot easier)

CONNECT WITH NICOLE:

Instagram: @nicoleotchy

Website: nicoleotchy.com

How To Create Your Style Thrive List for 2021

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode of the podcast, I want to introduce you to a concept called the Thrive List. The concept of a Thrive List was created by my former business coach, Tara Newman, to “focus on the items and experiences in your life that help you thrive and make you grow”. Learn how to create your 2021 Style Thrive List so you can use your wardrobe to make you feel your best no matter what 2021 throws at you. Grab some paper and a pen and tune in to hear the eight questions you can answer to help you create your own style thrive list to set yourself up for style success in 2021.

Link to Tara’s article in Money: https://money.com/how-to-create-thrive-list/

Episode 11 with Tara: https://nicoleotchy.com/2020/05/14/episode-11-using-your-wardrobe-to-solidify-your-personal-brand-with-tara-newman/

CONNECT WITH NICOLE:

Instagram: @nicoleotchy

Redefining Self-Care and Screwing Expectations with Agnes Wainman

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 08:22:16 -0500

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Agnes Wainman. Agnes is a clinical psychologist and founder of London Psychological Services. She helps people who suffer from Expectation Discrepancy Syndrome, a common condition where there is a distressing gap between expectations and reality. Her approach is to Screw Expectations and create a life on your own terms. Listen in as we discuss:

The problem with the definition of self-care society has thrust upon us
How Agnes’s views on self-care have shifted since her blog post on the topic went viral
The expectations placed on women to ensure they can’t win
If working on ourselves was enough we wouldn’t need self-help anymore. Agnes shares what she thinks we need instead
The ways that perfectionism and the persona of being a “hot mess” are keeping women from true connection and happiness
How and why Agnes is showing women to screw expectations

Agnes’s blog on The Problem with Self-Care: https://www.screwexpectations.com/news/the-problems-with-self-care

Join Agnes’s mailing list to get updates on her book here: www.screwexpectations.com

4 Lessons In Personal Branding From My Business Rebrand

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode, I’m sharing four lessons from my recent business rebrand. Business rebrands and wardrobe makeovers have a lot in common but the connection might not seem clear at first. Sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves, our business, and our brand is to leap before we think we’re ready and make an investment.

How do you accurately assess if it’s the right time to make a big change in your branding if it’s a bit of a financial stretch? I’m sharing the four things to keep in mind before you make an investment and how to know when leaping before you're ready-- whether it’s a website rebrand or whole new wardrobe-- is worth it. Tune in as I share more about:

What to ask to evaluate whether you’ve outgrown your existing personal style/ branding or you’re trying to fix a different problem
How to find and invite the right experts into your rebranding process
Why it’s critical to incorporate new systems into your new branding or wardrobe so you maintain your investment
What your new branding, wardrobe or website must have to ensure that your investment has longevity

Want to work with the amazing team who helped make my rebrand a reality? Connect with them below:

Oh Sierra (Design Agency): https://ohsierra.ca/

Erika Holmes (Copywriter): https://www.erikaholmes.com/

Brand photos by Jessie Wyman: https://jessiewymanphotography.com/

Embracing Your Values and Visibility with Cher Hale

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with publicist, Cher Hale. Cher is the principle and CEO of Ginkgo Public Relations, a PR firm dedicated to helping underrepresented and marginalized voices take back their narrative. Cher helps book authors, expert entrepreneurs, and socially conscious brands book podcast interviews, television sorts and magazine placements to further their reach and impact. With nine years of PR and marketing experience under her belt, Cher shares practical tips on stepping into your visibility and getting clear on what PR can do for your business. Listen in as we discuss:

How Cher maintains her signature positivity and authenticity both in her networking relationships and when cold pitching media outlets
The very intimate reason Cher decided to pivot the mission of her PR firm
The small but effective steps Cher took to embraced her own visibility
What kind of expectations you should (and shouldn’t have) have for PR in your business
The #1 thing you need to have in place before you invest in PR
Why Cher highly recommends entrepreneurs take charge of their own PR when they’re just getting started
How to reframe rejection to increased your resilience

CONNECT WITH CHER:

Website: https://ginkgopr.com/

Join Cher's email list to get more PR tips:https://ginkgopr.com/subscribe

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginkgopublicrelations/

CONNECT WITH NICOLE:

Website: https://www.nicoleotchy.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Planning Outfits For Your Branding Photo Shoot

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, I’m covering how to prepare for a branding photo shoot. Branding photo shoots are a critical piece of your marketing strategy if you’re an entrepreneur or a personal brand. They're an investment in your business so they should be planned for with care. All too often I hear women say they left the preparation for their shoots to the last minute and ended up with photos they were less than in love with. Tune in to hear my more on these five tips for preparing for your photo shoot:

Tip 1: Give yourself more time than you think you need to plan
Tip 2: Find your outfit color scheme and what you need to think about when picking colors
Tip 3: Identify the contexts that these photos will be used in to plan the formality of your looks
Tip 4: Have a content plan so your photos make sense with your messaging
Tip 5: Learn why it’s important to plan at least one look that helps you live into the future of your brand

Investing In Yourself with Hanneke Antonelli

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m talking with business coach, Hanneke Antonelli about some very juicy topics. Hanneke is an award-winning and certified coach with over 15 years of international business experience. She has personally built two award-winning businesses in the last ten years. With so much business experience under her belt, I wanted to have Hanneke on the show to talk about how women view money and investing in themselves as she has played an important role in transforming how I think about money in my own life and business. Listen in as we discuss:

The biggest money blocks she sees in women when it comes to investing in themselves
What gets in the way of many women asking for help when it comes to money and business (and personal style)
How to stop fearing feeling vulnerable when it comes to consulting experts to expand your financial literacy and business growth
The most important thing you need to do as a business owner if you want to hire a team
What it means to fail forward and how important it is to normalize “failing” when you’re running a business
The mindset shift Hanneke thinks we should all make around the concept of “charging what your worth”

Grab a chapter from Hanneke’s upcoming book, The Uplevel Project here: downloadchapter11.com

CONNECT WITH HANNEKE:

Website: https://hannekeantonelli.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannekeantonelli

CONNECT WITH ME:

Website: https://www.nicoleotchy.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

How To Use Your Style As A Form of Non-Verbal Communication

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m covering one of my favorite topics: how you can use your style as a form of nonverbal communication to make your personal brand more memorable.

While political style may seem boring, speech writing teams and political advisors actually spend a significant amount of time looking at style as part of their overall communication plan. In light of that, I’m sharing three examples of what women in politics wore this year with you to illustrate how your clothes impact your non-verbal communication. Listen in to hear how you can use use your personal style to create a more memorable personal brand by learning:

How Ruth Badder Ginsberg’s collar made her memorable, and eventually iconic, by using an accessory as a visual reminder of how significant it was that she was a woman on the Supreme Court. Find out how you can use accessories like she did to help your audience connect more deeply with you and your message.

How Melania Trump’s outfit at the Republican National Convention this year was an example of how your personal style can overshadow your message if what you wear and what you say are not aligned (and how you can avoid doing this at your next talk or presentation)

How Kamala Harris' decision to wear head-to-toe purple at the Democratic National Convention served to reinforce her identity and remind viewers that not all women were grated the right to vote in the U.S. on the 100th anniversary of the women's suffrage movement. Gain some tips on how you can use color to reinforce your personal brand and deepen the impact of your message without saying a word.

CONNECT WITH ME:

Website: https://www.nicoleotchy.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

Look Good, Feel Good? There's A Catch

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 17:27:09 -0400

Today on the podcast I’m taking a deeper look into why the phrase “When you look good, you feel good” isn't always true.

You’ve probably had the experience of shopping for an outfit you thought looked amazing on you in the store but when you wore it out in the world, it didn't feel right. Or, maybe you bought an outfit you saw on someone else and loved but when you wore it, you didn’t feel like yourself. Why does this happen to us? I’m answering that very question today.

Tune in to hear how I figured out what the key differentiating factor is between clients who have great outfits vs. those who have a recognizable signature style. The most fascinating part of it all? The critical ingredient for cultivating a signature style is absolutely free.

Want to join me for my next round of the Style Your Brand Workshop mentioned in this episode? Doors close on October 23rd so grab your spots here: https://nicoleotchy.com/online-course

CONNECT WITH ME:

Website: https://www.nicoleotchy.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

How To Use Your Personal Style To Support Your Weight Loss Journey

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m answering one of the most common question women ask me before we work together: Should I wait to lose weight to buy new clothes. Because I’ve been fortunate enough to work with clients at all stages of weight loss, I’ve learned a few things about what works and what doesn’t when dressing for weight loss.

One of the biggest things we forget about getting dressed during weight loss is that there are actually three different stages of weight loss and with those stages, three different strategies for shopping. In this episode I’m covering:

What you need to think about before your weight loss journey starts
Strategies for maintaining your style during periods of active weight loss
The biggest mistakes clients who have lost weight and hit their goal make when it’s time to shop for a new wardrobe.

No matter where you are on your weight loss journey, there’s something in this conversation for you (including if you haven’t lost a single pound but you’re thinking about trying it).

Want to learn how to confidently create your signature look no matter what size you are? Join the waitlist for my next Style Your Brand Workshop starting October 26th to grab your spot in this intimate group styling experience and getting it for the early bird price (get $2oo off!): http://eepurl.com/dzF0oL

Join me over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Tips For Dressing for TV And Media Appearances

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of my best tips for dressing for TV and media appearances including why it’s important to think of your looks for media as a piece of your marketing strategy. Tune in to get my best advice for furthering your personal brand and detailed tips on how to pick your outfits for camera. I’m also covering:

Why you need to plan ahead for media appearances so you’re not reacting and picking options to wear that aren’t a good representation of your personal brand
The importance of a developing a signature look for media appearances to create memorability to build a relationship with viewers (to get them to buy or engage with you)
How having a signature look helps you get the attention of producers (and get booked more)
The most important factor you need to take into consideration when picking your outfit for TV
What types of fabrics to look for and what fabrics to avoid on camera
The most common colors that media studios use in their backgrounds and how to dress to look amazing on set

Want to learn how to confidently create your own signature look?Join the waitlist for my next Style Your Brand Workshop to grab your spot in this intimate group at the special early bird price:http://eepurl.com/dzF0oL

Join me over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy/

Embracing Your Life More Fully with Yoga Master, Sara Intonato

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400

My guest today is Sara Intonato. Sara is a level two Ashtanga Yoga teacher, a business mentor to health and wellness professionals, an advocate for special needs families and one of my wisest friends. I invited Sara onto the show this week to chat with me about how she approaches many of the challenges we all face in our daily lives from managing anxiety, to repairing our body image, to sharing how she used the tool of yoga philosophy to help her get through one of the hardest periods of her life as a young mother.

One of the most unique aspects of Sara and her work is the depth of her devotion to yoga not simply as a form of exercise but as a way of life. Listen in to hear Sara’s unique take on the power of yoga to train our bodies and mind’s to face discomfort so we can become more resilient no matter what life throws at us.

CONNECT WITH SARA:

Check out Sara’s online courses here: https://sarayoga.com/yoga-philosophy-online-course-new/

Connect with Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saraintonato/

CONNECT WITH ME:

www.nicoleotchy.com

Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleotchy

Ask Me Anything Episode: Dressing For A Promotion, Other People’s Opinions At Work and Shopping For Your Personal Brand On A Budget

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m answering three listener questions. The questions I’m tackling today are popular ones I get asked a lot so there’s probably one in the lineup that will help you. Listen in to hear how I answer these three listener questions:

I’m starting in a new role at work and I’m wondering if you have any tips for how I look professional and credible but also approachable? This will be my first time managing a large team and I want to make the right impression from the start.

How do I handle people at work noticing and commenting that I’m dressing differently when I’m trying to position myself for a leadership role after being in a different role for years?
Find my blog post on dressing like you're in charge here: https://www.nicoleotchy.com/post/2017/02/17/how-to-dress-like-you-re-in-charge-the-lady-boss-edition

As a new business owner, I really want to start dressing for my personal brand but it feels overwhelming to me and expensive. How do I get started?

Have a style question for me? I’d love to answer it for you in a future episode. Email me at: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com.

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Dressing To Become A CEO On Your Own Terms with Stacey Harris

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with my good friend and marketing master, Stacey Harris. Stacey is the founder and CEO of digital marketing agency, Uncommonly More, a contract marketing department for female-owned brands ready to build a bigger impact. Listen in to hear as Stacey candidly shares how her journey from solopreneur to CEO of an agency has unfolded alongside her continued exploration of her personal style.

Because Stacey can’t help but drop marketing gold whenever she opens her mouth, you’re also going to get some amazing advice on how to market your business and brand without feeling sleazy or inauthentic. In this episode, she also shares:

The key difference in marketing actions when you’re aiming for profitability vs. popularity.
How to set social media metrics that you’re excited to hit AND are profitable.
The important shift that happens when you change your business from a company name to your actual name as an entrepreneur.
How Stacey’s decision to dye her hair pink launched her business and mindset into a new space.
...and so much more. Be sure to connect with Stacey at the links below.

CONNECT WITH STACEY:

Website: https://uncommonlymore.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestaceyharris/

Hit The Mic Podcast: https://thestaceyharris.com/podcast

CONNECT WITH ME:

5 Tips For Becoming More Visible

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my personal journey and struggle with being visible and five things that have helped me become more comfortable with being visible so I could grow my brand and business. If you tell yourself that you’re just someone who does better “behind the scenes”, this episode is for you. If you know you need to put yourself and your business out there more but feel anxious or hesitant, I’m sharing some ways to shift your mindset so you can increase your confidence and grow your brand and business.

Tune in to hear more about each of these five tips:

Tip 1: How to uncover the conscious and unconscious stories about visibility from your past that are holding you back today (even and especially the beliefs that don’t seem to have anything to do with your business or work)

Tip 2: How to find the necessary balance between pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and not exhausting and depleting yourself in ways that won’t help your business or brand

Tip 3: Why it is critical to surround yourself with people who get what it’s like to be visible in the ways you want to be and who you need to stop asking for advice (and validation) immediately

Tip 4: How to use your clothes to make stepping into your visibility more fun and something to look forward to

Tip 5: The pep talk you can give yourself when you feel like hiding and not putting yourself out there

If these tips resonated with you, I’d love to hear which ones you are going to put into action so send me DM or email and let me know!

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What Do You Wear To A Pandemic? A Conversation with Lisa Carpenter

Thu, 21 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode of the podcast, I’m chatting with my friend and master coach Lisa Carpenter about how we are (or aren’t) getting dressed during COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of that on our moods. This conversation was part of a guest series in Lisa’s group program, Weight Loss From Within so we touch on topics like the connection between how we approach what we wear and what we eat, how to know when you’ve crossed the threshold from comfort to numbing in what you wear and with what you eat, and the steps you can take to dress your body with love and care even if you're trying to change your weight. This episode is jam-packed and very honest. You don’t want to miss it!

CONNECT WITH LISA:

Website: https://lisacarpenter.ca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisacarpenterinc/

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Using Your Wardrobe To Solidify Your Personal Brand with Tara Newman

Thu, 14 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode I’m talking about how personal style and our personal brand are intertwined with my guest, Tara Newman. Tara is a business and leadership coach, the CEO of the Bold Leadership Revolution, and the founder of the BRAVE Society. She was my business coach for all of 2018 and 2019 and a key driver behind me increasing my own visibility with this podcast. Tara coaches women business owners helping them financially profit and emotionally prosper by doing their most important work.

In this episode, Tara talks about her insights from participating in my Style Your Brand Workshop and what she uncovered about her style and her beliefs about personal style in the program. Tune in to hear how Tara began playing with her style and getting noticed despite doing the workshop during a no spend a month in her home. I know you’ll have some great insights from hearing what it took for Tara to refine her style as she grew her business and her personal brand.

CONNECT WITH TARA:

Website: https://www.taranewmancoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaranewman/

CONNECT WITH ME:

Join The Style Your Brand Workshop: https://www.nicoleotchy.com/style-your-brand-workshop

Dressing For Speaking Engagements

Thu, 07 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m sharing some tips for dressing for speaking engagements. This is one of the MOST requested topics I get on Instagram so I hope this answers your questions. I want to break this down into two categories of speaking engagements because the strategy behind dressing for speaking engagements of different sizes, differs a little bit. Listen in to hear the difference and how you can leverage your wardrobe to make an unforgettable impression at your next talk or presentation.

In this episode I cover:

-The key differences to keep in mind when dressing for speaking events on a stage and more intimate group settings like a presentation or a networking event.

-How to use color and silhouette to establish your presence on stage.

-The exact outfit details will help you be memorable at smaller, more intimate speaking events like book signings or networking presentations.

-What to be thinking about when it comes to dressing for your personal brand and preparing for your next public speaking event.

-What you need to ask about the venue you will be speaking in to ensure you don’t blend in with your surroundings, making your message less memorable to your audience.

...And a lot more!

CONNECT WITH ME:

Join The Style Your Brand Workshop: https://www.nicoleotchy.com/style-your-brand-workshop

Download my tips for looking amazing on camera: https://mailchi.mp/ncostyle/dressing-for-the-camera

Capturing Photos That Sell Your Brand with Elle Darcy

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Why is it important to tell a story in our personal branding photography? How do we tell the stories of our work, business, and identity well? I’m exploring just that in this episode with my guest, Elle Darcy. Elle is on a mission to help women to show up like they mean business. She does that by working with her clients to create magnetic brand photography that leverages their online presence and embodies their complete brand story. Elle is also a brand strategist and coach and is dedicated to promoting and celebrating women-owned businesses through mission driven photojournalism.

As you’ll hear in this episode, Elle is truly gifted at helping her clients tell every part of their brand story so they can capture the attention of their dream clients. Tune in to hear her tips for capturing the three parts of every brand story, how your photographers should be building trust through their process, and how much you should be prepping before your branding photoshoot.

CONNECT WITH ELLE:

Elle’s Website: https://www.elledarcy.com/

Elle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elledarcy/

Support Elle’s efforts to increase visibility for women-owned business during the COVID-19 pandemic here: https://www.elledarcy.com/shopelledarcy

CONNECT WITH ME:

Grab Your Spot On The Style Your Brand Workshop Waitlist: https://www.nicoleotchy.com/style-your-brand-workshop

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

How To Find The Right Colors For You

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m sharing a mini-training on how to find the right colors for you so you can feel confident incorporating them into your wardrobe.

Figuring out the best colors for you is both an art and a science. In this short episode, I’m going to help you understand the three most important aspects of color. The first is how to figure out your skin’s undertones so you can find the exact colors that will make your skin look amazing and your eyes look bright. The second is how to find your best neutral tones to anchor your wardrobe (think what color shoes, layers, and bags) to help your outfit look more pulled together. And last, I’m sharing a quick overview of the meanings we associate with each color so you can use color to deepen the impact of your personal brand.

Head to my blog to see the full show notes with pictures and examples of principles outlined in this episode:https://www.nicoleotchy.com/post/episode-8-how-to-find-the-right-colors-for-you

CONNECT WITH ME:

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

Getting Dressed When Life Feels Hard

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode of the podcast, I'm digging into getting dressed when life feels hard.

I recorded this in week 4 of the stay at home orders issued during the U.S. Coronavirus pandemic so this topic, while planned a month ago, felt especially fitting. This episode was originally created as a resource for women going through painful life experiences like breakups, job stress, IVF and infertility, loss and grief. Whether you’re dealing with a pandemic or a breakup, this episode is applicable to so many stressful life experiences. Getting dressed during any difficult seasons of life can feel more like a burden than a help, so today I want to offer some perspective on how to use your clothes as a form of self-care by sharing more about these seven actionable tips:

Create an internal awareness of when pajamas (or yoga pants) are self-care vs. self indulgence.
The importance of busting the #1 belief so many women fall into the trap of believing about their style when they're under stress.
Use color and scent to change your mood during stressful times.
Rewrite views about your body and dressing your body that tend to arise during stressful times (both positive and negative ones).
The easy, unexpected confidence boost that small upgrades to your wardrobe can provide during stressful times.
The value of finding a uniform or outfit formula that always works for you (especially when life gets stressful).
Why getting back into your body when you’re under stress using self-care and your morning routine is so powerful.

Resources Mentioned In This Podcast:

If you’re looking for resources on dressing your body shape, here are my favorites: https://www.calculator.net/body-type-calculator.html

Body type calculator: https://www.calculator.net/body-type-calculator.html

Understanding how to dress your body type: Your Body, Your Style: Simple Tips for Dressing Your Body Type by Rani St. Pucchi

Episode 5 of The Self Styled Podcast: Tips For Dressing Your Body Shape

CONNECT WITH ME:

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

Dressing For Leadership with Dara Lamb

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In today's episode of the podcast, I’m delighted to introduce you to a woman I look up to and respect a tremendous amount, Dara Lamb. Dara is internationally recognized as the leading designer and manufacturer of Women’s Made-to-Measure and Custom Wardrobes. Dara's clients include some of the country’s most accomplished female business and philanthropic leaders. As you will hear in today's episode, Dara is well-versed and passionate about the relationship between how we dress and how we show up in the world. In this episode she touches on how her own frustrations with finding clothing that could take her to the next level in her professional life led to her business, she explains why getting dressed can be a powerful act of leadership, and how women can use their wardrobes to step more fully into their power professionally.

In this episode we also discuss:

How Dara got her start and revolutionized the custom clothing market for women

What we both see in our clients that sets them apart when it comes to building a personal brand

Dara touches on research in leadership and what it means for women when they get dressed to lead

How our image helps us manage up and out in our career and sphere of influence

Whether we should dress for ourselves or others

How customizing our clothes transforms our relationship with our bodies

The power of consistency in your personal brand during this uncertain time for leaders

The ways Dara is pivoting her business to make PPE supplies during the Coronavirus crisis

The book Dara mentions in this episode is How Women Rise by Sally Helgesen

CONNECT WITH DARA:

Website: https://www.daralambcustom.com/

CONNECT WITH ME:

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

Tips For Dressing Your Body Shape

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m sharing why understanding the best silhouettes for the body you have today is a critical tool to achieving a healthy body image. Today I’m sharing two really easy tips for dressing your body type and one more in-depth resource if you decide you want to dig into this more. I highly recommend exploring dressing for your specific body type because ,ost women are trying to camouflage or hide one or more areas of their body and it just doesn’t work. Plus, it’s really not a very empowering way to look at getting dressed. Listen in and find out what to do instead.

Link to body type calculator mentioned in this episode: https://www.calculator.net/body-type-calculator.html

CONNECT WITH ME:

Email: selfstyledpodcast@gmail.com

How To Use Your Style To Build Your Personal Brand

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode, I’m breaking down how to think about yourself and your wardrobe as a reflection of your personal brand. Using your wardrobe to embrace your brand is more than just picking out a few cute outfits. It’s about becoming more fully expressed as a business owner, entrepreneur, and leader.

Your wardrobe should support you and make you feel like you are representing yourself exactly the way you want and need to show up, spread your message and grow your business. It should also make you feel braver and remind you of not just who you are today but who you’re becoming. The real power of our wardrobes is that they can act as a constant running conversation with ourselves about the women we are working to become. Listen to find out how to embrace yourself every day, not just when you’re giving a talk or putting together a photoshoot.

CONNECT WITH ME:

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Making Peace With Your Body with Lisa Carpenter

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Self Styled Podcast, I have something really special for you. Today is the start of my guest episode series and I’m kicking it off with Master Coach, Lisa Carpenter. In this episode, Lisa shares practicable, actionable tools to help you make peace with your body so you can begin to transform your life. If you are someone who thinks that losing weight is going to be the key to feeling better about yourself and healing your relationship with your body, you don’t want to miss this episode.

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What’s Really Holding You Back From Having The Personal Style You Want

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Self Styled Podcast, I’m digging into what’s really holding you back from having the personal style you really want...your mindset.

Mindset isn’t something that gets talked about a whole lot when it comes to having the personal style we want but after ten years working as a personal stylist, I’ve come to realize that just giving someone the clothes they think they want isn’t enough to help them feel empowered in those clothes or even have them take the clothes out of their closet or wear them.

Today I’m sharing the three categories of beliefs that women often struggle with when they are exploring their personal style: our beliefs about our bodies, our beliefs about money, and our beliefs of what other people think of us. I’m breaking down all the mindset blocks I commonly see in clients and sharing how you can move past them and to find your unique personal style.

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Stop Asking Your Closet To Spark Joy

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode of the Self Styled Podcast, we’re diving into the most important place you can look for understanding your personal style and what might be holding your back--our closet. With the rise of popularity of Marie Kondo and her decluttering method, closet editing has never been more popular. Your clothes exist within an emotional landscape and your overall identity. If you feel stuck in your life, your closet will be reflection that. This week I'm sharing three ways to get more out of your closet and the three questions you should be asking yourself as you edit.

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