Milady Ch 3

Your Professional Image

While working, your clothing should always be stylish, comfortable, and _____.

functional

Your _____ involves your posture and the way you walk and move.

physical presentation

The way to counter the negative impact of repetitive motions or long periods spent in one position is by _____.

stretching and walking around at intervals

There are consequences to not maintaining a professional image in the salon including loss of clients, a poor reputation, and _____.

loss of income

Your shoulders should be relaxed and ____ when you are providing client services.

level

One weak moment of _____ right before performing a service because you did not plan ahead could spell disaster.

drinking coffee

The science of designing the workplace as well as its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe is _____.

ergonomics

The daily maintenance of cleanliness by practicing good healthful habits is _____.

personal hygiene

The impression you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the workplace is _____.

professional image

Which of these items should be kept in your hygiene pack?

Toothbrush

As a professional cosmetologist, you should brush and floss your teeth and use _____ throughout the day as needed.

mouthwash

In addition to being free of dirt, it is important that your clothing is _____.

stain free

To help protect your clothing from dirt and stains, consider investing in _____ to wear at work.

an apron or smock

Ensure you are dressed for success by tuning in to _____.

the salon's culture

Your shoes should have a low heel and _____.

offer good arch support

As you work, your neck should be _____.

elongated and balanced above the shoulders

One goal of ergonomics is to make workplace tools safer and more _____.

efficient

Negative gossip and _____ can bring an ideal atmosphere to halt.

impolite demeanor

An awareness of your posture and _____, coupled with good work habits, proper tools, and equipment, will enhance your health and comfort.

movements

As you work, you should hold your elbows at no more than a _____-degree angle away from your body for extended periods of time.

60

As you work, your wrists should be kept in a _____ as much as possible.

straight or neutral position

As you work, a good guideline to follow is to _____.

use ergonomically designed implements

Repetitive motions have a cumulative effect on the muscles and _____.

joints

To avoid ergonomic-related injuries, consider using _____.

an anti-fatigue mat

Establishing a professional online image is an essential _____ attribute.

image-building