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Knot Your Average Tie

5/23/2018 Tips • Tools & Apps

Disclaimer: We are not paid in any way and were not asked to post this. This is an app I personally use and wanted to share.

“ A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life.” - Oscar Wilde

In sales, we know it's important to look the part. Look good, feel good, right?

I can definitely feel the difference when I’m well-dressed and heading into a meeting. The client meeting is a key part of closing deals. You only have once chance to make a first impression, from your shoes all the way up to your tie.

A Harvard Study shows that it takes 7-20 minutes to make a first impression and 93% of the impression comes from appearance and non-verbal communication.

Suits and ties are standard in most sales settings.

So, how do you set yourself apart in a waiting room full of suits?

A great tie with a great knot!

While a lot of men know how to put on a tie, most only know how to tie a basic knot. In a world full of basic, it's the little details that help you stand out. Maybe even get your client to like you just a little bit more to sign off on that deal you just proposed.

So let me bring you in on my little secret weapon.....

It's an app called vTie.

It's a free app that has 6 different styles and a step by step guide for each one. It includes step by step instructions with pictures! You are able to purchase the premium edition for $0.99 that contains 40 different styles. It will walk you through even the most difficult knot.