Mindful Words

Who was the last person you had a conversation with?  Was your conversation a positive or a negative one?  As I was sitting in the middle of a coffee shop a couple of days ago, I can't help but overhear the various conversations going on around me.  It was a small crowded coffee shop, so I had no control of what I could hear at that moment.  On my right, a well-dressed female was speaking into her cellphone, talking about how stupid someone was during the last time she saw that someone.  Behind me was an American and Filipino discussing a project with enthusiasm as they look into a laptop.  On my left, a small group of four was talking about how annoying and "maarte" apparently this other individual was, who I'm assuming was not present.  

It is a bit disappointing how much negative attitude people are projecting publicly compared to a more positive attitude.  Being mindful of our words can change how our attitude is perceived by others and can surely help change our situation everyday.  I have learned from one of my mentors that "what the mind tells you, the body will follow".  Consciously, I began eliminating or transforming some words that I would frequently use in conversation into more positive or proactive words.  For example, instead of saying "failure", say "learning experience".

Positive thinking = Positive life

As a businesswoman, I am a believer of the power of positive thinking.  It is through positivity that we can achieve our goals and any other ambitions we have.  Between hard work and positivity, I would even say that it is the latter that allows us to turn our dreams into reality.  In the first place, it is with that mindset that we are able to set goals.  When negativity creeps into our minds, we are completely unable to see the possibilities that lie ahead of us.

Positive thinking is not only applicable to setting financial or business goals.  It is also essential for our personal lives (social life, love life, etc...)  If you think about it, we are more beautiful when we think of good things.  For example, if we wake up from a good dream, we find ourselves looking great in front of the mirror.  But if we wake up from a bad sleep, plus if we are dreading the day we have ahead of us, no matter how long we apply make-up we somehow don't feel as beautiful as before.  Positive thinking truly affects our appearance and our behavior with the people we relate to everyday.

with GK Kids after conducting a workshop for them!  Such positive energy from them!

Here are some tips on how we can achieve a positive life:

Sharing Personality Development with the Pinoy Youth

Since September last year (2013), I've been invited by Touch Mobile and Globe Telecom to conduct Personality Development to the thousands of youth participants of the Leadership and Youth Summit Series that they have been organizing.  I have been conducting classes and workshops on image enhancement since 2002 but this is the first time that I would encounter literally thousands of youth in one event.  It is gratifying to be able to share so many Personality Development lessons to these Filipino teens, especially because of how eager they are to learn about what some would consider are lessons only taught in expensive finishing schools in Manila.

More pictures after the break!

Karen Agustin-Ostrea guiding some male participants on how to walk with confidence in Gapan, Nueva Ecija last August 22, 2014.

New Global Image Management Office

The new office of Global Image Management is now open!  Visit us for your Personality Development needs.  To celebrate the opening of our new office, we are offering special discounted rates for our Personality Development sessions until March 9, 2014.  Enroll now so you don't miss out on these valuable classes!

Visit us at:

Unit 210, 2nd floor, Cityland Makati Executive Tower 2,
De la Rosa st. corner Medina st., Pio del Pilar,
Makati City, Philippines

Landmark:  It's the first building on De la Rosa, if you are coming from South super highway, it's across SM Hypermarket and near Cash & Carry.

We offer a FREE Personal Image Profile Assessment, email karen@globalimagemanagement.com to request for a schedule for your free Personal Image Profile assessment.

Check out the sessions for next week and the fees after the break!

Discover the Power of Beauty on Sept. 29

It has been a busy month for us at Global Image Management, and it has been great!  To end this September, our Director, Karen Agustin-Ostrea, AICI FLC, shall be speaking during the 7th Image Forum of AICI Philippines. It will be a great opportunity for all to listen to an energizing and motivational talk about beauty and fashion.  Other speakers include Ms. Agoo Bengzon of Preview Magazine and no less than beauty queens Ms. Precious Lara Quigaman and Ms. Kate Manalo-Hernandez.

We hope to see you on Sept. 29, 2012, from 1pm-5pm at Raffles Design Institute!  It will be a beautiful day indeed!  For more info, email imageforum@aiciphilippines.org or text 09185750758.



Be beautiful inside and out! Register and join the 7th Image Forum!  Registration is free, just email imageforum@aiciphilippines.org!

Be a Global Success with Global Image Management and The Fashion Academy Manila

We love partnering with different companies, consultants and organizations!  And for our latest Global Success: Corporate Personality Development Series, our alliance is with The Fashion Academy Manila (TFAM).  This is a great opportunity to build confidence with style and empower one's self towards becoming a global success!

Take this opportunity and enroll in our 10-session series, to be held at the The Fashion Academy Manila, 3rd floor, A. Venue Hall, Makati Ave., Makati City.  Our trainers are internationally certified image consultants and our objective is to bring out your authentic and powerful image.  Classes will be on October 13, 20, 27, November 3 and 10, from 10am - 3pm.

Call us now at 3479350 or text 0922-8241633 or email karen@globalimagemanagement.com



This Personality Development Workshop Series is open to professionals and even college students preparing themselves for the working world!

GIM blogger is back!

It's been a while since our last article here at GIM, and that is mostly because I, GIM's blogger and director, have been busy with the latest addition in my family and life!

I hope you all are doing well in your personal journey and image growth... Nevertheless, GIM has continued its programs and sessions and we are still pushing forward towards bringing out your personal power and the best version of yourselves!

Here's a picture of my little one saying hello to you all!  He's a reminder to me everyday that life is truly wonderful and God is eternally good to us!

Leonardo Reuben, our new little angel

You can all expect more articles on image, fashion, communication and etiquette on our blogspot soon!  Thank you for all your continued support and love!

All the best,

Karen

Global Image Management gives back!

Last January 26, Global Image Management held a seminar on Enhancing the Appearance through Skincare, Make-up and Hairstyling for the beneficiaries and employees of Tahanang Walang Hagdanan.  Ever Bilena took part in the event by sponsoring the make-up products used by the participants and gave gift packs as well.  The event is a philantrophy project by Global Image Management and myself for the 1st quarter of the year 2011. 

Tahanang Walang Hagdanan has always been close to my heart, as I've always been aware of their cause since I was a student at St. Theresa's College (TWH and STC are both founded by ICM sisters). As I work with them closely in my adult life, I can see their passion towards expanding themselves beyond limits!  This passion has fueled my own as well.

Thank you so much TWH headed by Ms. Joy C. Garcia, with the help of Ms. Angel Villafuerte and Ms. Maricel Abary for allowing myself and GIM to share our expertise on Enhancing the Image.

Here are some photos of the event!

Global Image Management holds an Image Enhancement Workshop at TWH

Workshop includes make-up application, sponsored by Ever Bilena

More Photos after the break!

Corporate Personality Development Workshop starting June 2011

This coming summer, GIM will be conducting a Personality Development Workshop for Kids, Teens and Young Adults.  For young professionals and executives, we will be conducting a Corporate Personality Development Workshop Series starting June 2011!

Watch out for more details on our website or on http://www.training-classes.com/ and search for our company profile: Global Image Management.

Global Image Management

Personality Development Workshops at GIM

Enrollment is now open for a complete and comprehensive Personality Development Workshop at Global Image Management.  At GIM, workshops are more personalized as fewer students are accepted per batch.  The topics are based on international Personality and Image Enhancement standards.

The schedule for the workshop start on March 25, 2011.  Receive a certificate of completion of a 10 session workshop before the Holy Week this Summer 2011! 

All workshops will be held at the Event Factory, Eastwood Mall, Eastwood City, Libis, QC.  You may check the website, http://www.globalimagemanagement.com/ for more details of the workshop. 

You will receive a 10% discount when you enroll before March 1, 2011! 

See you all soon!


Personality Development Workshop

Believe in your possibilities!

Last December 2, 2010, I had the privilege of sharing my hosting skills to a beloved organization that's close to my heart, the Tahanang Walang Hagdanan.  I've been hosting their events for over 5 years now, and every show is always memorable as I meet so many great people who truly have shown their great potential beyond their disabilities. 

The show, "Beyond Limits", was in celebration of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, showcased different performances by special guests and celebrities.

The event, held at the Philam Life Auditorium in Manila, was hosted by myself and DJ Jack Melo.  Special performances include a dance number by Regine Tolentino, a song number by Tippy Dos Santos and a special finale number by Fatima Soriano.



TWH Wheelchair Dancer performing Salsa



One of my personal beliefs is that anything is possible in our lives with faith, hope and love.  Being a part of TWH events continues to solidify my belief, as I witness how people can truly go beyond the limitations they have been born with and excel in what they do.  Whether it's for our image, our careers, our lives or relationship, as long as we believe in our possibilities, we have the potential to make things happen!

More Photos after the break!

Photos from the 2nd Image Forum

Finally, after two weeks of being stuck in my camera, the Image Forum photos have been uploaded! Here is a glimpse of the 2nd Image Forum. See you on the next one, it will be on February 2011! Announcements will be made by January next year.

Above are the participants and organizers of the Image Forum.  Aside from the organizers, Delby, Abby, Dina, Julia and myself, two other AICI members attended the event: Bill Daland and Vicky Abraham.  My sister, Karina Agustin, another image consultant, DLSU professor and JRP instructor, also attended the event.

 After the speakers' presentation, the forum was conducted in which the participants can ask any questions to either myself and Raymond Ciriaco. 

Here I am during my presentation of Expanding your Career as an Image Consultant.

Delby P. Bragais did the opening remarks, along with the brief presentation of AICI while Abbygale Arenas-De Leon emceed the event. Dina H. Loomis and Julia Robillos took part in organizing the event.

More power to the image consulting industry in the Philippines!