9 SUIT-WEARING RULES EVERY MAN SHOULD KNOW

Whoever thinks men don’t need to be stylish and particular about their clothing should guess again. Male designers like Tom Ford, Calvin Klein and Pierre Cardin have been setting male trends for years and years so don’t you agree that it will do world of good to know some of the secrets in pulling off a great formal look?

We’ve put together  9 unwritten rules every man should know about wearing a suit.

1. Sleeve cuffs should be exposed about half an inch.

For a harmonious look, try to match the visible cuff length to the amount of collar that is visible at the back of the neck



2. Your tie should always be darker than your dress shirt.

THOUGHTS AND REFLECTIONS

It is fraudulent to expect so much from those we have no confidence in

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SMALL THINGS WONDERFUL PEOPLE DO THAT BUILD DEEP RELATIONSHIPS

There are only two kinds of relationships – those that are long-term and those that are very long-term. The rest are acquaintances. Long-term relationships are deep and are built to weather the storms along the way.

Here are eleven small things wonderful people do to build deeper relationships:

1. They (genuinely) care

They care for what you care about as if it’s their own. There is a difference between genuinely caring and “pretending to care” and they clearly are in the former camp. When they converse with you, they tend to drop their agenda and focus on yours.

2. They remember

I am not talking about birthdays and anniversaries. They care about things that

THOUGHTS AND REFLECTIONS

No matter the altitude you get to,it is your attitude that will determine if you will go higher,remain there,go back to where you are coming from or even lower.

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BALM FOR TODAY

With CHRIST JESUS,you have been called to a life of peace,joy and abundance of everything that is good.Appreciate HIM,relish the good life and be a blessing to others.

NOT ALL VITAMINS ARE GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH, HERE ARE THE ONES YOU SHOULD TAKE

I have seen how our previous generations depended on vitamins most of the time. They would start with, “give your kids multi-vitamins, it is good for their growth”, then, they would proceed to, “why don’t you take some supplements for your healthy bones, and beautiful hair?” And then they would go on with, “I need to take so-and-so vitamin to stay fit because

MOVING UP THE LADDER: 10 STRATEGIES FOR GETTING YOURSELF PROMOTED (PART 2)

6. Build Your Network
The more people who know you, know your strengths and abilities, know your value to the organization, and know (at least some of) your ambitions, the more likely your name will be discussed when opportunities arise.

An added benefit of networking is that you will learn much more about the company if you network with people in other areas of the organization. Learn more about networking here.

7. Ask for More Responsibilities

THOUGHTS AND REFLECTIONS

On the road to our goal(s),I think distractions more than laziness takes us off track.Otherwise how do you explain a very hard working man on his way to his goal wishing he was on another road heading towards another goal?

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BALM FOR TODAY

The rain of GOD refreshes and causes us to blossom without limit.Ask for HIS rain.To wet you.To soak you.

MOVING UP THE LADDER: 10 STRATEGIES FOR GETTING YOURSELF PROMOTED (PART 1)

Some career experts say that the day you start a new job you should begin planning for your next job. And you know what? You should! Just make sure that you stay focused enough on the job you were hired for that you succeed and excel in that position before looking for the next one.

Promotions are not  given. It used to be that workers progressed along specific career paths during their careers, but the impact of technology, globalization, and flatter organizational structures, has changed that paradigm. Today, employees have to create and manage their own career paths

BALM FOR TODAY

GOD's love is as perfect as HE is.It calms all fears,stills all storms and restores every lost hope.

THOUGHTS AND REFLECTIONS

Many pictures present more beautiful images or tell captivating stories in contrast to what they truly are.Now,do pictures lie?Wisdom is,things may not be what they appear to be


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THOUGHTS AND REFLECTIONS

From time to time we crave for attention from questionable sources for one reason or the other.Be careful,be watchful while relishing it so it doesn't end as a disastrous meal.

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TRYING TO BE PERFECT CAN CAUSE ANXIETY

No one is "perfect." Yet many people struggle to be, which can trigger a cascade of anxieties.

Perfectionism may be a strong suit or a stumbling block, depending on how it's channeled, as clinical psychologist Jeff Szymanski explains. Dr. Szymanski is an associate instructor of psychology at Harvard Medical School and executive director of the International OCD Foundation.

"The core of all perfectionism is the intention to do something well," says Dr. Szymanski. "If you can keep your eye on intention and desired outcome, adjusting your strategy when needed, you're fine

BALM FOR TODAY

GOD ALMIGHTY created you.Let HIM order your steps.Let HIM organise your plans.

PASTOR E.A. ADEBOYE'S WORDS ON TELLING LIES

Every lie told is not gone into oblivion;rather,it is only waiting somewhere to implicate the liar.

Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye

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BALM FOR TODAY

The GOD we serve created this beautiful earth from nothing.With HIM on your side,there can be no impossibility

BOB MARLEY'S WORDS ON HAPPINESS

Money is numbers and numbers never end.If it takes money to be happy,your search for happiness will never end. Robert (Bob) Nesta Marley.

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BALM FOR TODAY

Why settle for less and run to other powers in times of trouble when you have The KING of kings and the LORD of lords?