When I asked my friend Ted Payne for an idea to blog about today, he immediately replied with this topic.

Ted shared with me the fact that when he first started in business he tried to play the part of an old man. Not just the way he dressed but in the way he interacted with other business people.

Once Ted realized that he didn’t need to play the role of anyone but himself, business got easier and more enjoyable for him.

If you find yourself dressing like someone you can’t stand to look at in the mirror, or playing the part of someone that isn’t congruent with your personality it’s time for a change.

  • This Ted Payne fellow seems very smart. :)

    For me it wasn't that much about dressing up as I actually don't mind that - it was me really over-censoring my blog not to offend potential clients. You can imagine how bland a blog could be doing that.
  • Great point Brad, in my business there are a lot of fakes. I try to teach the point of personal branding and it can't be done effectively if your not yourself, as sooner or later it will bite you in the ass!
  • I've done both sides and I always find that being yourself makes people more comfortable!
  • marklyford
    Good video mate, I completely agree ;)
  • joshuaplus
    Thanks Brad, I enjoyed this. I'm just about to graduate and have felt the pressure to look the part. This is just what I needed to hear to put the mind back at ease.
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