4 September2021Editor NoteWomen in our Lives are the OG Image Consultants Rachita SharmaSpecial EditorMy mother was always very fond of beautiful clothing. Ever since I was a little baby, she would dress me up in beautiful and unique baby clothes. In fact because of my mother's impeccable dressing sense, she and I were known as thefashionistaduo for several years. Alas! I grew up and decided to dress myself to my own liking. It should suffice to say that I would not be considered a fashionista now even by a long shot. Think about it, it was always our mothers, aunts, grandmothers or sisters who would play attention to a child's grooming. They would also be the ones to guide children about the importance of being clean, well-mannered and well groomed. The role of women shaping a child's understanding of grooming was carried forward in school where teachers would play a key role in making a child understand how to behave in a public setting. In essence these women were the OG image consultants during the early days of our lives. They were the ones who taught us the importance of being presentable and its importance in our everyday lives. Human beings have always been aware of how one looks, walks, talks or behaves. Verbal and non-verbal communication cues play an important role in how one is perceived. This is especially true in the corporate world. For one to be liked and admired by all, they must be presented in a certain way. And this responsibility falls upon image consultants, a profession where women ace the game. Soft skills have gradually emerged as a necessity in today's times. This has in turn given a massive push to the image consulting industry in India. While in its nascent stages in the country, the aforementioned industry has been on a rise since the battle for opportunities has never been tougher. More and more people are now on the lookout for coaching classes, trainings, etiquette classes etc. The Indian government has also introduced programs on image management under the name of "soft skills development" in order to boost employment of rural folks. The demand for such skills has never been higher and Indian image consultants are here to deliver. The current edition of Women Entrepreneur Magazine brings to you a list of the most sought after image consultants that are at the forefront of the industry. These women of mettle and style are reshaping how the world sees their clients. But more importantly these professionals are helping individuals become the better version of themselves and that is all that matters. Isn't it?Do let us know your thoughts.
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