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Ronin1111 3T WIS 
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Today at 2 pm EST, I am meeting with someone from the US Government in regards to some grants for my business. Do I wear my Panerai? or will that show too much? Lets assume he is a not a watch guy and has no clue, so do i wear something that will stand out? Do i wear a timex or a seiko to show my frugality? Some advice would be helpful, or at least let me know what you would wear in the same situation. |
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kdsarch 3T WIS 
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Excellent question! I run into this too. I am self employeed. If I wear my Omega to a kickoff meeting, or an interview, people may take it that we are overpaid... Same thing with the car I drive. I don't drive a Mercedes or BMW. I could if I wanted to, but I go conservative. I have won jobs because another consultant was driving a Mercedes and another one was driving a Porche. It is all in the perception. So, for interviews, I have worn watches that are a little lesser known such as Oris, Debaufre, UTS, Stowa, etc.. but I stay away from famous expensive watches. Once we get the deal, then I don't pay too much attention to my selection for those meetings. |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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the only watches I would avoid wearing would be a replica just in case a watch guy does show up....that wouldn't look good for you....otherwise wear what you want as most non WIS have no idea and those that do will have something in common with you if you wear something recognizable.....you are selling yourself at the end of the day as most ideas and products sell themselves...so always put your best wrist forward is my rule of thumb... |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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I'd wear the Pam. People who give grants or approve grants are somehow trained to spot certain signals from proponents. If you wear El Grand Cheapo, you'd look like you have very little respect for yourself plus you'd project an image that you hardly can make ends meet. But regardless of the watch, if your project/proposal is worthy and makes sense, you'll get the grant. Good Luck, amigo  |
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Nordstrom 3T WIS 
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I would wear whatever watch made you feel the most confident and competent. Don't worry about how they might interpret your watch. |
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Ronin1111 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: the only watches I would avoid wearing would be a replica just in case a watch guy does show up....that wouldn't look good for you....otherwise wear what you want as most non WIS have no idea and those that do will have something in common with you if you wear something recognizable.....you are selling yourself at the end of the day as most ideas and products sell themselves...so always put your best wrist forward is my rule of thumb...No Sir, no replicas (I dont have any, but I do have "homages") I know your feelings on those, I wouldnt wear one to this meeting. And all of you are correct, it is me selling that is going to seal the deal or not. And some watches do make me feel more , Powerful? in control? My J-SAR, def. a watch that makes me revert back to my military days. But I also think Maybe I should appear a little humble as well. This meeting is worth, well. I wont even say, but its lots. And the main thing is, its not about the money, it could truly mean that i get to help out my fellow man in a great way. That means more to me than anything else. Im not gonna lie, I can barely contain myself. And My Pan DOES match my Shirt that I am wearing.... Worrying about what watch to wear at least is taking my mind off of worrying about the meeting and how well it will go.. |
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ndburley 3T WIS 
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if you are in a suit go for a non lume dress watch if you have one. Thats what I would go for. I agree with whatever makes you feel confident. good luck!! |
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Ronin1111 3T WIS
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bigrustypig wrote: I'd wear the Pam. People who give grants or approve grants are somehow trained to spot certain signals from proponents. If you wear El Grand Cheapo, you'd look like you have very little respect for yourself plus you'd project an image that you hardly can make ends meet.El Grand Cheapo, isnt that a limited edition Invicta?  IM KIDDING!!!! (sorta) :) |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Nordstrom wrote: I would wear whatever watch made you feel the most confident and competent. Don't worry about how they might interpret your watch. +1 |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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Wear what makes you comfortable...I'm not one to cheap down....if you wear a nice watch or drive a nice car it shows you are successful...that should draw people and money to you...not push it away |
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Ronin1111 3T WIS
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I went with my pam 252. Breathing deep...... here I go..... |
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ndburley 3T WIS
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go get em!! you will do it!!  |
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natevan70 3T WIS 
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Good luck! |
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Ronin1111 3T WIS
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Gentleman, All I can say is THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!  your support is and was appreciated. It went WAY better than I expected, If my expectations were a 10, I came out of it with a 50. Absolutely unreal. Drool_27.gif |
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ndburley 3T WIS
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Mate you rock!! see there is a picture to tell you that. I am glad all went well and I hope it continues. ND |
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natevan70 3T WIS
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Excellent! That deserves two windy smiles fart.gif fart.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Right on brother! |
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Nabco 3T WIS
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CONGRATS....way to go |
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IanM 3T WIS 
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Yessiree! Way to go! hand6.gif It is amazing what confidence, backed by capacity, and surrounded by a good deal - can do! I came to this late on purpose, Ronin, because I expected that you would choose what ever watch gave you the most confidence and helped you attract the same from the other side, mate. Success breeds success. Great news on the govt grant, good sir. And just so that you know MHO - the watch was never going to affect the outcome anyways - it was you and your skills all the time! Yep - you rock! Well done! IanM |
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rockmastermike 3T WIS 
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wear your fav....familiarity breeds comfort...comfort breeds confidence...and with confidence you can do anything! |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Ronin1111 wrote: bigrustypig wrote:I'd wear the Pam. People who give grants or approve grants are somehow trained to spot certain signals from proponents. If you wear El Grand Cheapo, you'd look like you have very little respect for yourself plus you'd project an image that you hardly can make ends meet.El Grand Cheapo, isnt that a limited edition Invicta? Hahaha.  El Grand Cheapo was a term I borrowed from my old film photography days (20+ years ago) when cheap cameras were called El Grand Cheapos. Back then the Pelican cases used by some of our sponsors for shipping the watches, were the most sought after camera gear storage facility. |
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Ronin1111 3T WIS
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Thank ALL of you for your confidence and support, it is sincerely appreciated. I did a last minute watch switch when I saw that the gentleman I was meeting with was of a younger, more up to date, designer suit wearing type. out went my pam, on went my debaufre lemans gt  Which really did nothing except make me feel a little more flashy. aside from a few more details to iron out, it looks great for moving forward. And Honestly, the best thing about all of it is that I will be able to do some good for not just USA, but we discussed many impoverished nations as well. Im truly excited. Again. Thank you all! |
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