FAUX Everything

‘m thinking of making a hair tutorial for this braided faux hawk, and you can find this faux fur jacket at AMI Clubwear. MAKE SURE TO ORDER TWO SIZES UP. I ordered one size up (I always do, I like long jacket sleeves) and it was still snug and shorter sleeves.

1. Always be prompt. It speaks for itself. Be on time. That means to show up to places on time, post on time, reply on time.
2. Read your emails. Twice.  Don’t make the mistake that I have done (and seen so many others do) and ask dumb questions. Yes, there are dumb questions. If an email is read thoroughly, often times that question can be answered.
3. Respond to emails. Hate a cliff-hanger as much as me? Well, when emails go un-answered, it is like losing the ending to your current best-selling thriller novel. Don’t leave anyone guessing.
4. Be explicit. Don’t leave room for miscommunication, or error. If you are able to say what you want upfront, everyone will know what to expect.
5. Create a timeline.  Set a date, stick with that date. It is pretty disappointing when a timid timeline has been made, falling through last minute. To be successful, you must be reliable. Having a calendar will help you in doing so.
6. Address the person, compliment the company. Everyone likes to feel special. When you use a name, you personalize the business transaction, the compliment is the little bit of flattery needed to cushion the closing of any deal.
7. Don’t make yourself the exception. Asking for favors or special circumstances sounds whiny, and unprofessional. Deliver, regardless of the situation and you will stand out.
8. Be consistent. Your blog is your brand. Just think of walking into Nordstrom… you expect to see a certain type of clothing quality and to receive a certain type of service. That is across all Nordstrom stores. Make your brand (blog) authentic by leaving the same type of consistency with your posts.
9. Follow up. Let a company know when you receive a product, and when you post about it. Same when working with other bloggers, make sure that you keep in touch when you are working together.
10. Check for mistakes. Everyone is prone to mistakes, especially when typing. Especially me! Make yourself look ultra professional by getting rid of any grammatical errors or spelling mistakes.