Paws & Pivot: First Impressions Matter: Dress the Part, Brand with Intention
Wednesday, August 6 @ 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
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Hosted by Batul Sadiq, this online presentation introduces participants to the core principles of personal branding through the lens of image and style. It explores how appearance influences first impressions, offers practical tips for aligning your wardrobe with your career goals, and provides a framework for assessing whether your current look supports the professional identity you want to project.
About the Host:
Batul Sadiq is the founder of BHS Image Consulting, a premier image and personal branding agency serving high-achieving professionals and organizations across sectors including law, government, medicine, nonprofits, and biopharmaceuticals. With over two decades of experience and degrees from the Fashion Institute of Technology and San Francisco State University, Batul is a leading authority in personal brand styling, known for helping clients align their visual identity with their leadership goals and cultural context.
About Paws & Pivot:
UMBC is committed to empowering individuals in the Baltimore and Washington metro areas impacted by recent workforce changes through our webinar series, Paws & Pivot. This series provides a crucial platform for recently laid-off federal workers and other affected professionals to connect, learn, and thrive. Our expert-led sessions will focus on providing practical resources and fostering a community of practice centered on successful career transitions, essential upskilling opportunities, and leveraging available community support.
Visit the Paws & Pivot webpage to sign up for reminders about upcoming webinars and to view recordings of previous events.
Learn more about additional areas of support by visiting UMBC’s Resources for Displaced Federal Workers and Beyond.
