Join me as I chat with professional presence expert, Katherine Lazaruk, as we explore the impact of accurately representing ourselves externally on our cognitive and interpersonal growth. We reflect on Katherine's upbringing, her transition from a 12-year career in opera and teaching to image consulting, and the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. Tune in to hear how Katherine's experience in the opera led to her understanding of the importance of harmony between our clothing and who we are. 

 

Katherine and I also discuss the fascinating science behind dressing for success, from experiments at the Kellogg Institute to the effects of clothing on testosterone levels. We explore how standards of dress have changed since the pandemic and how we can accurately represent ourselves externally through factors such as clothing. Katherine also provides practical advice and suggests free online resources to get you started on your journey of self-representation. 

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𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦

0:00:00 - Personal Development And Presence Power

0:04:07 - Transitioning Careers And Following Personal Passion

0:09:11 - Personal Presence And Authenticity Importance

0:10:49 - Understanding Emotions and Inner Awareness 

0:15:12 - How To Create Harmony With Your Appearance

0:20:00 - The Look Good Feel Good Principle

0:21:05 - Clothing's Influence On Performance And Perception

0:33:23 - Navigating Crossroads in Life

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𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘

“Stop listening outside for people to tell you who you are, you know who you are. Get in touch with your heart and get in touch with what you know to be true.”

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https://lzrkconsulting.com/

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𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧

I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, mentor, and knowledge broker. My mission is simple - to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.

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