Five Simple Ways To Be A Team Player

It certainly is amazing what a little teamwork can accomplish!

However, there are many among us who just can’t seem to work together as a team! Here are the five golden rules to be followed by every team player.

1. Never breach deadlines!

There’s nothing like a deadline to get you going on all four cylinders! However, it’s always a good practice to finish your work on time. Moreover, when you are working within a team, you should be punctual in finishing your work because someone else is beginning to start his work as soon as you finish yours! After all, a team work is a step-by-step work!

2. Always be candid!

When you are candid, you ensure that your team members stop short of pitfalls well in advance because of your warnings! After all, suggestions and constructive criticisms are two of the key requirements for any good team player.

3. Learn to adapt quickly!

With the advancement in technologies, change is a constant reality in the way you work along with your team members. Some hurdle or hassle is bound to arise and they require you to change your working method completely by adapting new outlooks and following new methods.

4. Be open to multiple styles of work!

Within a team, one individual may be good at one thing, while another individual may be good at another. Sometimes, their expertise conflict and the flow of work comes to a halt until a mutually agreed solution is not reached. This should not be the case in a team with each member being aware about the working styles of others and having an impartial outlook. After all, completing the work is more important than satisfying personal agendas.

5. Say a strong NO to politics!

Politics is the demise of every team with a hoard of non-related elements being brought into the sphere of working. For example, one person within a team is frequently irritated from another; therefore, when both of them work together, they end up in fighting and not working.

The Vintage Trends of the 90s are Making a Major Comeback

History seems to repeat itself. Yes, the trends of the 90s are making a huge comeback in the world of contemporary fashion. This fashionable comeback has been spotted on the red carpet when Hollywood celebs showcased their style gracefully.

Bold Burgundy Lips-

Then- Liv Tyler opted for the most attractive makeover with bold burgundy lipcolor in the year 1995.

Now- Actress Jessica Alba shows a similar trend with a modish twist.

The Choker Necklace-

The choker has been ruling the world of fashion since the 90s. Do you remember the tattoo-style version? It’s just a same thing with the twist of a necklace. 

Then- Drew Barrymore adorned a ribbon-style choker in the year 1994.

Now- Stylish Rihanna sports a bold look with a chic gold choker during the summer of 2014.

Attractive, Tousled Hair-

Gorgeous and attractive tousled hairstyle has made a major comeback in the world of fashion.

Then- Kate Moss who is also known as the queen of undone style proved that the messy locks of a tousled hairstyle can look fabulous in the year 1990.

Now- Model Alexa Chung flaunts the 90s beauty trend with a casual-cool getup. 

The Sporty Leather Biker Jacket-

A timeless trend that was never named ‘old’, leather bike jacket is always a choice when it comes to a sporty and chic look. The best part about the leather jacket is that it beautifully adds an instant edge to any ensemble. 

Then- Winona Ryder sets a cool-casual vibe with the black leather jacket in 1990.

Now- Cara Delevingne gets the most tough-chic look with the black moto jacket studded with bold embellishments.

The creative minds of the fashion designers are constantly creating stunning outfits by taking inspiration from the vintage designs. Among all, the 90s trends have made a wonderful comeback to complement the demands of the modern day ladies. 

10 Ways To Look Slim In Indian Ethnic Wears

So rightly said by Coco Chanel! Looking fabulous is the priority among the cosmopolitan ladies. Who doesn’t want to flaunt a slim figure? A figure that adds a subtle touch of attractiveness to your personality! However, not all of us are blessed with a perfect shape no matter how much we exercise or control our desire to binge over the mouthwatering goodies.

India, the incredible country shares a rich heritage in terms of ethnicity and culture. Women in India are naturally beautiful but at times sad because of a fat look in Indian clothes. Indian attires in general impart a thinner look as compared to the western outfits. Due to the presence of layers and embellishments, you can easily use these dresses to flaunt your style by camouflaging all the flaws. 

Following are some valuable tips that will make you look slimmer in Ethnic Outfits: 

1. It is essential for every woman to understand the kind of dress that complements her body contours in the most perfect manner. If you have a heavy upper part, avoid wearing fabrics that cling to your upper part. 

2. Avoid adding any kind of frill or gathering of fabrics in your lehenga or kameeze to look slimmer.

3. Women with heavy upper portion, frills near the necklines are not a good option.

4. If you have heavy buttock, avoid the frills near your hips. In fact churidar is a great alternative for Patiala pants to hide that area and look slim. Choose long kurtis that cover your hips and gives you a narrower look. 

5. Monochromatic Indian dresses are a great choice when it comes to a taller and less bulky look. 

6. Opt for loose fitting kurtis that make you less bulky.

7. If you love printed outfits, always choose smaller prints.

8. If you have a secret crush on stripes, always opt for the vertical ones. 

9. Stick to the fine silk sarees and crepes as they will make you look slimmer than the heavy silk sarees.

10. Delicately sequined and embroidered sarees are also a good choice to look slender.

Be The Man Of Manners Even When On Wheels

Following a few basic rules of roadway etiquettes can create all the difference between safe, decent driving and careless, reckless driving.

Prove yourself as the man of manners even when on wheels by avoiding some common driving errors:

The Annoying Tailgater-

Tailgating is the act of an unnecessary drive close to the car just in front of you. This should be avoided as it depicts a rude image and could even be dangerous. Driving close to the car in front of you throws direct risks considering you may not have enough time or space to avoid the collision leading to accident. Thus, it is always safe and decent to maintain a certain distance from the vehicle in front of you. 

The Imprudent Multi-Tasker

When you are driving your car, your primary focus must be the road ahead of you and the environment surrounding you. Often some drivers try to act smart by showcasing their multi-tasking talent on the wheels by turning on the radio, speaking via mobiles and enjoying the GPS display while driving. Such activities only prove a person’s stupidity rather than his smartness.

If you have to make or attend an urgent call, drive your car at one side of the road and receive your call without any hassle. Always remember that you have got two hands and only one brain. Even professional drivers fail to maintain balance and concentration while driving. The current road environment is fast paced and at times chaotic. Thus, it is better to act really smart by paying your complete attention towards driving and nothing else.

The Impatient Approach to the Pedestrians-

No pedestrian prefers spending time in the middle of a road. They always tend to cross the road as soon as possible. It is always better to portray patience without unnecessary honking to give them their space and time to cross the road safely.

The Double Parking Space Occupiers-

Portray yourself as a confident man who always tends to park his car within the confines of a single parking space. Avoid consuming a double parking space that might offend others.

The Frequent Honkers at Traffic-

Frequent honking at the traffic signals not only irritates others but also portrays a foolish image of yours. Thus it is advised to follow the traffic signals patiently without blowing the horns constantly.

Play Smart With Your Hair To Camouflage Your Forehead

Wide foreheads are a sign of open-mindedness, superior intelligence and analytical powers. These are few comforting words for those who have disproportionately large foreheads. Every woman wishes to get a well-balanced synchronization of facial symmetries. For those who have wide foreheads, here are a few tricks to play smart and look aesthetically pleasing.

Back combed styles are not for you-

Tying a ponytail with a back brush style may be a cool trend but try avoiding this style if you have a broad forehead. This style not only draws attention to your wide forehead but also reduces the hairline further.

Opt for styles with headbands, scarves, bandanas & hats-

If you are bored with the styles you generally do to cover-up your forehead, try something new with these pretty fashion accessories. Create a funky style statement with summer hats or colorful head bands. A contrast can also be made with scarves and bandanas that beautifully cover your forehead by eliminating the monotony of style. You can also bring those cascading attractive curls in front so as to make an appealing statement for the world. 

Hairstyles can be illusive enough to hide your flaws-

 A wide forehead gives your face an elongated appearance. You must play some tricks to break this look. Nothing can be better than trying some hairstyles that not only bring a perfect balance between your forehead and face but also make you look attractive.

Layers & highlights for medium to long hair-

A layered style speaks of soft waves and bangs. Tell your makeup artist to make a side parting with a layer of hair falling gracefully over your forehead. Try some colour highlights to make those locks more interesting thereby distracting attention from forehead. 

Emo hairstyle for short, medium & long hair-

Add a spin to your style by trying the emo hairstyle that helps in hiding your forehead with an innovative side-swept fringe. Heavy and choppy in nature, these fringes can be streaked in vibrant shades to create a wow look for you.

Enjoy the Monsoon Showers with the Basics of Umbrella Etiquette

With monsoon rains soaring high, an umbrella becomes a necessity. However, you must make sure that it is just an anti-rain device and not a weapon. You must use it properly so that it doesn’t hurt people near your vicinity and at the same time keep you dry. Following are a few guidelines on proper umbrella etiquette:

Be Size Wise-

No matter whether you are on a less crowded street or a crowded one, unless you are sharing your umbrella with anyone, always choose to use a medium sized one.

Stay Dry! Tips to the Heavenly Showers-

Umbrellas are meant for giving you shelter from those drenching droplets and hence should be held upright always. You must be mindful when looking up and avoid tilting your umbrella backwards. While walking against the blow of rain, do not tilt it forward. If by any case the blowing wind doesn’t allow you to follow these rules, opt for a raincoat or a cab ride instead.

Maneuvering is Necessary-

Even if you have a proper sized umbrella, a little maneuvering will be necessary particularly for a crowded city-walk. Individuals with a tall height are expected to raise their umbrella while approaching others.

Let Others Walk under Canopies-

Don’t thrash others who didn’t have the foresight to carry umbrellas; be polite and let them walk under canopies while you walk on the rain-exposed area.

Create it a “No-Cell-Phone Zone”-

Use of cell-phones can lead to frequent collisions for umbrella carriers. To avoid those annoying hits, create a no-phone-zone while walking and be mindful about your surroundings.

Don’t Drip, Just Tap a Bit-

Before entering indoors, step aside from the gateway and tap your umbrella a bit to avoid dripping to some extent. It would be appreciated if you put the closed umbrella in a holder to stop dripping completely.

No Fuss inside the Bus-

Remember no one wants to get wet on a rainy day. Before boarding a bus, tap your umbrella and put it inside the plastic holder to avoid dripping and wet others. Your umbrella hasn’t bought a ticket to occupy a seat and wet the surroundings. Better let it be inside.  

Mentoring- The Perfect Way To Shape Your Careers

In the competitive environment of the corporate world, precise soft skills training provides the scope to take your careers to great heights.  At The Image Shoppe, we provide a comprehensive array of soft skills training programs which make you ready for the various challenges ahead.

Mentoring is one of the best ways to shape your career and excel at the helm of the best opportunity.  When you are working in a team environment, it is quite imperative to mentor your team members accordingly and make them ready for the stiff competition.

We have a core team which offers professional workshops to the team members where premier concepts about mentoring are shared. Multiple level of learning, practice and application are followed during the term of implementing the programs.

When a team mentoring session is organized by our experts, a lot of emphasis on practical sessions is provided. The team members get to interact with each other and learn the various traits related to leadership authentication programs.  A variety of organizational benefits can be achieved through these mentoring programs and can be termed as follows:

Improved Organizational Performance

Effective coaching and mentoring interventions ensure performances of individuals are improved. This in turn directly impacts the performance of organization as a whole. 

Superior Interpersonal & Inter-departmental Coordination

Through coaching and mentoring training session’s employees learn to become interdependent. These interventions develop the maturity to understand the pressures that their colleagues go through and empathize with them.

Increased Ability to Take On Greater Challenges 

When employee’s skills are developed their potential is enhanced and moves the organization forward. This allows the organization to explore unexplored paths, which in turn creates greater opportunities and heightened business results.

Higher Levels of Staff Retention

Coaching and mentoring training interventions ensures that a culture of learning is established within the organization. When individuals experience holistic development, they begin to feel a sense of ownership towards the organization. They start feeling that it is a great place to work. Researches show that more than 60% of skills learnt from one-on-one coaching & mentoring interventions in an organization has the highest transfer of knowledge. 

We are here to take care of your overall career development with the implementation of these mentoring programs which takes you a long way forward. Get in touch with us today, shape up your careers in the right way and add the much needed extra dimension.