Sheila A. Anderson
Certified Image Consultant & International Branding Icon
Education
- BA, Graphic Design, South Dakota State University
Professional Achievements
- Authored the book, I.C.U., The Comprehensive Guide to Breathing Life Back Into Your Personal Brand
- I.C.U. was named one of C-Suite Network's Top 100 Best Business Books in 2023
- Frequent guest on the TV show KELOLAND Living
Certifications & Organizations
- Corporate Image Consultant, Studio for Image Professionals
- Certified in Color Draping, The Image Resource Network
- Certified in Image, Style, and Menswear, Stoltz Image Consulting
- Certified Universal Style Consultant, Universal Style International
- Vice President of Marketing for the Association of Image Consultants, International Chicago Midwest Chapter
- International President, Cosmopolitan International, 2013-2014
- Vice President of Marketing and Fundraising, Cosmopolitan International, 2008-2010 and 2022-present
- Certified Image Consultant
- Esteemed Faculty, the C-Suite Network's Women's Coaching and Consulting Council
- C-Suite Advisor for the C-Suite Network
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Co-authored Articles (26)
How to Greet Someone During Advent
Advent is a blessed season full of warmth, hope and joy. When you wish others a Happy Advent, you share your love for the Lord and Jesus Christ, the Savior. The best way to greet someone during Advent is with kindness, h...
How to Voice Complaints in a Professional Way via Email and In-Person
An authoritative guide to expressing your feelings in a business environmentAs much as we wish we could avoid it, conflict happens, even (and especially) in the workplace and other professional settings. But when your co...
Funny Ways to Say Hello: 45 Cool and Creative Options
Looking for funny ways to say hi? We’ve got your back! There are tons of interesting and creative ways to say hello, and we’ve compiled the best of the best. From the quirky and weird to the adorable and hilarious, y...
How to
Be Stylish
If shopping for new clothes and putting together stylish outfits always feels like a struggle, you’re definitely not alone. Being fashionable can feel so complicated sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be! There are ac...
How to Be Sassy™ in Every Situation
Learn how to hold a room with your cheeky energy and witty remarks. It’s all fine and well to be nice and shy, but if you want to be sassy, you’ve come to the right place! Saucy, vivacious, bold—all enviable qualit...
How to Be More Charismatic
Captivate everyone you meet by enhancing your natural charisma We all know someone who captures everyone’s attention as soon as they walk into the room, who wins people over easily with their infectious energy. These p...
How to
Be a Preppy Girl
"Prep" style clothing comes from "the prep school look"; the smart students aiming for college and professional careers. It has a focus on smart, classic, understated looks. But this look has a fun side, as it combines f...
How to
Shake Hands
Your handshake is a part of your first impression. Whether you’re shaking hands with a friend or meeting a potential client, you want your handshake to say good things about you. Luckily, it’s easy to master the perf...
How to Tell Someone to Be Quiet in Any Situation
If you're around a person who will just not stop talking, it can shred your nerves. Whether it's a friend, a coworker, or a stranger next to you on the bus, knowing how to politely ask them to keep it down and advocate f...
How to Stop Gossiping
Techniques to keep you from gossiping and gossipy situations While gossip isn't always a bad thing, it can be incredibly harmful not only for you, but also others may be affected. It's good to find ways to limit your own...
How to
Dress for School
Wearing the right clothes for school can have a major effect on your confidence. There is a lot of pressure to look good, but to also feel comfortable. If you take the time to find great fitting clothes, and prepare your...
How to
Greet Someone
Whether you’re meeting somebody for the first time or want to start a conversation with a person you know, greeting them first will help you establish a repertoire. If you’re meeting someone you’ve never met before...
How to
Politely Tell Someone That Something They Said Offended You
We all get offended sometimes. Often, we’re offended when someone says something rude or insensitive. The person may not mean to offend you, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t address the issue. If you’re afraid...
How to
Stop Talking About Friends Behind Their Backs
Is that juicy nugget of information about your buddy nagging at you, begging you to release it to the rest of your friends? Do you feel the urge to gossip about others behind their back in order to make yourself look lik...
How to Greet People on the Phone
Improving your phone etiquette with personal and professional greetings Knowing how to greet people on the phone is the first step in making your conversation go smoothly. Polite greetings when picking up the phone make ...
The Best Things to Wear to an EDM Show for Guys & Girls
You can’t wait to rave at the upcoming EDM concert or festival, but there’s just one problem—you have no idea what to wear! Luckily, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got the best outfit ideas to make you l...
How to
Be Less Awkward
Are you the girl who has accidentally walked into a screen door in front of a room full of people, or the guy who was babbling on to his crush and ended up talking about his pet rock collection? If so, worry not -- awkwa...
How to
Look Better Than You Already Are
Do you want to be the beautiful girl in your dreams? Do you want the beauty you always need? If so, read on!
How to
Have an Effective Handshake
For those cultures that value the handshake, much meaning is transferred by the manner in which you proffer your hand and the method with which you shake the other person's hand. Some people make instant judgments about ...
How to
Be Less Annoying Towards Friends
It's natural for everyone to feel that they are outcasted by peers and/or friends. Sometimes, people may act this way because they feel annoyed by the way someone treats them, especially inside a friend group. There are ...
