According to the Science and Technology News Agency from Shiraz, in face-to-face business meetings, the type of appearance and clothing of the participants reflects their personality, and in the first encounter, people are judged by their appearance and type of clothing. It is a fact that in the first thirty seconds when the people present in your meeting see you, the type of clothing you wear should have such a positive effect on them that the people present will trust you based on the initial impression they see of you. Therefore, learning the etiquette of attending international business meetings is one of the most interesting and important parts of negotiation, because the appropriateness of the negotiator’s cover can also eliminate the inherent shortcomings of appearance.
There are several definitions of coverage in different cultures. Appearance is a bold principle in order to achieve the goals of negotiation, because it largely introduces the character of the negotiator. Many believe that the negotiator’s etiquette has a significant effect on his or her social standing, and in the eyes of others creates a series of subconscious mentalities about that person, which makes the negotiator behave in a negotiable manner. And show different actions.
An expert in the field of international trade relations, in this regard, told a reporter of the Science and Technology News Agency in Shiraz: “The importance of the negotiator’s cover and appearance is as important as his ability to communicate verbally.” It should be noted that professional appearance is not limited to makeup, but also includes the type of coverage. It is very important to note that the type of dress that the negotiator has when attending business meetings should be different from the clothes he wears during the day and he should appear in the meetings with dignified and formal clothes, because the formal appearance of the person makes him more professional. Shows and perceptions of the people present at the meeting of this person will remain as a regular and stylish person.
The international trade relations activist added: “The appearance of the negotiator in business meetings will affect the audience first of all, and people before talking to the negotiator and assessing his level of knowledge and knowledge, the type of cover and the appearance of the negotiator.” Judge. The important point is that most of the people present at the meeting also use this criterion of initial perception for future decisions, and this decision is difficult and changes over time.
Referring to the importance of covering in business meetings, Dr. Mohammad Ali Moslehifar said: “People who judge you in meetings are usually divided into amateur and professional groups.” In business meetings, amateurs see what the negotiator has achieved and determine whether he or she has been successful with his or her assets. But the second group are professionals who believe that a disorderly negotiator can not be a great and successful person, and therefore can not be trusted.
In this regard, he said: the type of negotiator cover can show his position, authority, degree, moral characteristics, dependence, adventure, social class, personality and taste, and in the meantime, the level of trust and judgment of those present in the meeting. Reflect on the negotiator.
Moslehifar added: “Dress etiquette has a specific definition for each color and each dress.” For example, in business negotiations, the person who wants to negotiate comes to the meeting in a blue dress. The navy blue suit is a symbol of authority, trust and honesty, and according to psychologists, smart people wear navy blue. On the other hand, if the person does not want to negotiate and wants to announce that his decision will not change, he will come to the meeting in a black suit.
“In order to know what to order and how to wear it, we need to look for it in a triangle of ‘occasion, time and place,'” said the CEO of Ambassador International, a permanent liaison on the type of coverage in business meetings. The formal attire that negotiators wear to attend business meetings is called the business whistle. In choosing this formal dress, the color of the suit should be chosen in blue because it shows you as a smart and authoritative person.
He added that a gray / gray suit could also be a good suggestion, as it is known as a neutral color. It should be noted, however, that the brown suit has a negative pulse and is by no means suitable for business meetings, especially in the international arena.
Moslehfar emphasized the importance of the color of the suit to participate in international business meetings: never open the pockets of the suit and do not put anything in the pockets. Be sure to keep your coat button closed when standing or walking during the session or before and after it, so that in the coat two buttons, the top button and in the coat three buttons, the middle button is closed And return the coat button when sitting.
He continued: the shirt under the suit in business meetings should have long sleeves and all the buttons on the front. Remember that it is not common to wear a jacket or scarf along with a suit, coat or raincoat to attend business meetings. A patterned shirt with a striped suit is not suitable for business meetings. It is important to know that if you wear the first button of the shirt without a tie, you have chosen Persian Style in the political field.
The international trade relations activist further explained: Suitable shoes with suits for business meetings, natural leather straps in two colors black for navy blue and dark gray, and brown shoes for suits Brown with socks is the same color or slightly darker than pants and should not be lighter at all. He stated: The principles of formal dress dictate that the negotiator’s handbag should be in harmony with his dress and its color should match the shoes.
In further explanation, Mosleh Far said: Take the pen, watch and ring with you in different situations as an accessory. Preferably the watch strap, shoes and belt should be the same color.
At the end, Dr. Moslehifar expressed his satisfaction with this conversation and the importance that the Science and Technology News Agency in Shiraz has given to the issue of international trade, noting that: “Appearance beauty attracts people, even in some cases it has caused Achieve positive results, because the person will face an increase in self-confidence. He added: “We should try to reach the type of cover and appearance as much as the talent in negotiation.” You only need a nice watch to attend the meeting and a ring if you are married.
The international trade relations activist went on to say: “In the system of business meetings, appropriate clothing is a necessity of work and as a good social advantage, it makes people sincere and loyal to the negotiator.” So if you want to be successful, try to break the rules and use the rules. Do not forget that in the first thirty seconds of attending business meetings, you can make an impact on your audience that is as important as what you say a few hours later and can gain the trust of those present at the meeting. It is hoped that the Science and Technology News Agency from Fars will dedicate a future report to the issue of building trust in international business meetings.
