Image Consultant

Well, I have sort of made a career decision.  YAY!  I am not sure the job will be successful and I'm doubtful I will make money the first year but I am going to give it a shot.  I have decided I am going to open an Image Consulting business.  Basically, Image Consultants help people achieve what they want - a new job, make a good impression, or feel good about themselves.  Most consultants offer – image analysis, makeover consulting, fashion styling, wardrobe consulting, makeup analysis, personal shopping, help with vocal communications, non-verbal communications, and etiquette.  As of right now I am leaning towards providing wardrobe consulting and etiquette.  With wardrobe consulting I will help with picking out outfits that fit a person’s size and body type as well as the right color scheme.  I can help go through the client’s closet and help keep what works and then get rid of what doesn’t.  After that the personal shopping comes into play, I can either go to the store and help the client shop or I can go pick up items for the client.  With the etiquette services, I will help clients with job interviewing skills, interview luncheons/dinners, work luncheons/dinners, or even dates.  I am really excited to get everything set up.

This week I am going to work on a business plan and then setting up my limited liability company.  I have narrowed down a few names.  I am not 100% sure which names I like best.  Right now I have, First Look Image Consultants, LLC (the name is available in Florida but there is a First Looks Image website – so it may be out), Ideal Image Consulting, LLC (also available in Florida and no website), Right Look Consultants, LLC, Right Image Consultants, LLC, or Style Chic, LLC.  Any thoughts on the names would be really helpful! 

After selecting the name then I have to register the LLC, open a bank account, form a website, and then buy the tools necessary for the job.  Most of the tools aren’t too problematic so I will be on my way.  But before I start taking clients I am going to take volunteers to let me try my skills on them.  So if you want free style advice definitely contact me.  I am hoping to even get a few testimonials for the website.  You won’t have to spend a penny – I’ll just tell you what works and doesn’t work and you don’t have to take the advice and you don’t have to buy any more clothes.  I just need practice!  Well I better get back to work!