Let’s face it — peoplejudge you in a matterof seconds. And based

on this first impression, theydecide everything about youfor themselves. Projecting awinning image to create apowerful first impression isthe key to success in person-al, professional and social

life. After all, everyonewants to be successful, butthis certificate of successdepends on others. If whatyou think about yourself isnot projected the right way, itleaves a poor impression onpeople, and that becomesyour image.

People try to enhancetheir image through variousmeans — by signing up forpersonality development orgrooming programmes,heading to designer stores toget trendy wardrobes, con-

sulting weight managementexperts to shed those extrapounds, or even by goingunder the knife. However,these are not comprehensivesolutions. Image is a combi-nation of several factors andan image consultant canhelp people project a win-ning image. Here’s how an

image consultant helps peo-ple:1. Dressing to create anappropriate clothing com-munication: An image con-sultant takes the clientthrough a process of lifestyleevaluation, identifying theroles and goals of the clientand then suggesting levels ofdressing in different situa-tions to create a communica-tion necessary in terms ofa u t h o r i t y ,stability, trustworthiness,approachability, etc.

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tive ones to create an attrac-tive image.3. Incorporating personalstyle in dressing: Peopleoften find themselvesuncomfortable when theydress according to advicegiven to them by other pro-fessionals. This happensbecause their personal styleis not incorporated in theclothing solution. Everyindividual has a personalstyle, which they are notaware of consciously. Imageconsultants can identify an

individual’s personal styleand then suggest a clothingsolution that incorporatesthe same to create an authen-tic image.4. Buying clothes in clustersand smart shopping: When itcomes to clothing, affordabil-ity is a big issue. People oftenbuy on impulse and thenregret their purchases.Many people also tend to buylots of clothes and later feelthey don’t have anything to

wear for an important occa-sion. An image consultantcan help build a client'swardrobe in a cluster to cre-ate variety in an affordablemanner. After evaluating aclient’s wardrobe and creat-ing cluster plan sheets keep-ing in mind roles, goals, bodyshape and personal colours,an image consultant can alsoaccompany the client to buyclothes.5. Appropriate body lan-guage and etiquette: Bodylanguage is one of the

biggest factors in visual com-munication. Image consult-ants advise a client aboutappropriate body languagebased on roles and occa-sions. Etiquette is a big partof in creating a powerfulimage. Correct etiquette inbusiness and social situa-tions go a long way to createa powerful image. Image con-sultants take clients throughappropriate etiquette for din-ing, corporate and any othersituations.

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SCRAMBLE

Rearrange the letters in the

four word jumbles, one letter

to each square/circle, to

make four ordinary words

If you think dogs can't count, try putting threedog biscuits in your pocket and then giving Fido

only __ __ __. -- Phil Pastoret (3,2,4)

HOW TO PLAY

Now arrange the letters inthe circles to form theanswer to the riddle or tofill in the missing word asindicated

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TUESDAY 11 OCTOBER 2011BANGALORE TIMES, THE TIMES OF INDIA

P E A N U T S

C A LV I N A N D H O B B E S

MINDBENDER

In a certain town, of each 100men 85 are married, 70 have

a telephone, 75 own a car, and80 own their own house.

Always on a base of 100 men,what is the least possible

number who are married, havea telephone, own a car, and

own their own house?

DENNIS THE MENACE

All solutions to games/ puzzles on Page 5

(Fig B)

Not allowed

Rules

� Connect adjacent dots with vertical

or horizontal lines, creating a single

loop (Fig A).

� Crossovers or branches are not

allowed (As shown by dotted lines in

Fig B).

� Numbers in the puzzle indicate the

number of lines that should surround it,

while empty cells may be surrounded

by any number of lines.

� You can’t draw lines around zeros.

� Each puzzle has just one unique

solution.

How to begin: Example (Fig A) - Begin

(Fig A)

with the zero next to 3. Since no lines can

be drawn around zero, mark crosses

around it, as shown. Now there is a cross

in one space around 3. So we know the

three lines of 3 can only

be drawn in the

remaining three spaces.

Next, these lines can

only be extended in one

direction each.

Continue, using the

same logic.

Hints: Keep eliminat-

ing possibilities by

marking crosses in

spaces between dots

where a line isn’t pos-

sible, i.e., if you have

already completed

required lines or

where a line exten-

sion may create a

branch or cause a

deadend (Fig B)

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T H E W I Z A R D O F I D

G A R F I E L D

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FACT OF THE MATTER

You know I pray to God every day that

everyone gets a friend like you. Why

should I be the only person to suffer?

H O W T O

P L A Y

Fill in the grid sothat every hori-zontal row,every verticalcolumn andevery 3x3 boxcontains thedigits 1-9, with-out repeatingthe numbers inthe same row,column orbox.You can’tchange the dig-its already givenin the grid.Every puzzlehas one solu-tion.

Level: Easy

LOOP THE LOOP TIMES SUDOKU

SMS joke of the day

How to play

1. A numbermay appear justonce in eachrow or column.Eliminate repeatnumbers bydarkening cells.(see example)

2. Darkenedcells must neverbe adjacent in arow or column.

3. Unmarkedcells must cre-ate a singlecontinuousarea, undividedby darkened cells.

4. Every time youdarken a cell, youcan automatically circle its vertical and horizontal neighbours, whichmeans they cannotbe eliminated.

5. Any cell ‘sandwiched’

betweenneighbours ofthe same valuecan be circled.(e.g. )

6. A "triple" isa special caseof sandwich.Circle the cen-tre cells, anddarken theends.(e.g. )

6 4 6

VARIETY

ARIES March 20 - April 18This is the time to make your-self heard. A passive attitudein life won’t help you much.Get involved in hobbies thatcan help you relax. Don’t ex-pect romantic encounters tolast for long. Be aware of yourprofessional goals.

TAURUS April 19 - May 19This is a rewarding day. Keepyourself busy so that you canstay away from unwanted elements.Monetary gains are possible, howev-er, see that you are not misunderstoodby those close to you.

GEMINI May 20 - June 20 Achieve-ment, ambition and authority take ongreater importance.You are witty now.You can be very persuasive with oth-ers, and convincing while communi-cating your thoughts. You may spendtime, effort and worry balancing com-mitments this evening.

CANCER June 21 - July 21 This is anexcellent time to engage in discus-sions about philosophy or religion.Youmay find that someone close to youunderstands your thoughts and is pa-tient with you. What you do now willbe rewarding.

LEO July 22 - August 21 It is a calmday and things will go as you expectthem to. Your mind is clear. On thehome front, this evening you mayrebel against your family. Listen to

what your family and friends tell you.

VIRGO August 22 - September 21You will focus on improving close re-lationships. Concentrate on issuesconcerning your family. Some sort ofinterference will disrupt your relationswith those in authority and increasethe possibility of conflict.

LIBRA September 22 - October 22You will find it difficult to concentrateat work. Do not allow it to affect youtoo much. But you have enough ener-gy this afternoon and will involve your-self in fun activities with friends. Plana weekend trip with friends.

SCORPIO October 23 - November 20It is time to use practicality and real-ism to any endeavour you are en-gaged in now. Broadening your intelle-ctual and spiritual horizons takes onhigh priority now. Financial gainsseem certain from investments. Youneed to speak thoughtfully as chancesof hurting someone’s sentiments arehigh.

SAGITTARIUS November 21-December 20 Deft handling ofcomplicated matters of a dif-ferent kind will be needed nowand you are best at that. Yourenergy is high.This is the timethat favours communication. Itis the day to talk to a specialsomeone and plan a trip withhim/her.

CAPRICORN December 21 -January 19 Power is a posi-

tive force in your life but now your at-titude is of getting into a spat to makeothers know what you think. Don’tthrust your opinions on others. Ego,energy and self-assertiveness arelost, so if there is an issue brewing,then save it for some other day.

AQUARIUS January 20 - February18 For those who are involved insales, teaching or any other activitythat puts you in the position of beingpersuasive, this is a successful day.Communication will be your strongpoint. Persuade others to see thingsyour way.

PISCES February 19 - March 19Ambitious schemes and the pursuitof success and status take prioritynow. It’s a favourable time for real es-tate, investments, and moneymakingopportunities to be successful. Youcan help sort out problems thatfriends are facing. You will enjoy allthat happens now.

ANUPAM V KAPIL

BIRTHDAY TODAY

I t’s a year of growth. Not the time to be lazy, but to workhard. You have to get organised. Do reach out to people

but don’t scatter your energies.Tip: Your lucky colours are white, cream, blue and green.

Your lucky gems are opal, moonstone and turquoise.You share your birthday with: Amitabh Bachchan, Chandrachur

Singh

For your detailed astro-numerology report log on to www.astro.indiatimes. com or write to anupamkapil.com@gmail.com

TIMES HITORI

Level: Easy

DAILY CROSSWORD 2851

Across Down

Answers for No: 2850

Across:1 Inherit, 5 Darts, 8 Sit on the fence, 9 Epoch, 10 Turbine,11 Ankara, 12 Groggy, 15 Proviso, 17 Scrap, 19 In the doldrums,20 Tempt, 21 Overdue.Down: 1 Issue, 2 Hit rock-bottom, 3 Rancher, 4 Tahiti, 5 Defer, 6 Runrings round, 7 Scenery, 11 Appoint, 13 Residue, 14 Rococo, 16 Id est,18 Paste.

1 System of government(6)

4 Legitimate (6)9 Tearfully sentimental (7)

10 Praiseworthy quality (5)11 Absolute (5)12 Being tested (2,5)13 Prearranged (3-3-5)18 Green leaf vegetable

(7)20 Presumptuous audacity

(5)22 Bring to mind (5)23 To tender (7)24 Reduce to lower rank

(6)25 Owing money (2,4)

1 Careless of duty (6)

2 Thin transparent fabric

(5)

3 Mosquito-borne fever

(7)

5 Confess (5)

6 Surreptitious (7)

7 Not long ago (6)

8 Physically fit (2,4,5)

14 Unvarying (7)

15 Dilapidated (3-4)

16 Go up (6)

17 Kept hidden (6)

19 Turn away (5)

21 Ransack to steal (5)

A N I M A L C R A C K E R S

A R C H I E S

Each human foot

contains

26 bones.

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22-outstanding

SPELLATHON

How many words of four or more let-

ters can you make from the letters

shown in today’s puzzle? In making a

word, each letter may be used once

only. Each word must contain the cen-

tral letter. There should be at least one

seven letter word. Plurals, foreign

words and proper names are not

allowed. British English Dictionary is

used as reference.

READERS, SEND US JOKES!

SMS MYJOKE followed by your joke to 58888. The best joke will be published.

FIVE REASONS YOU SHOULDHIRE AN IMAGE CONSULTANT

If you’re having trouble making that great first impression, perhaps you need an image consultant

Want to change thelook of yoururban dwelling

into something more ‘upcountry’? Here’s how totransform your home witha few smart ideas….First, a list: If you’re goingto transform your space,first make room for change.There may be things youwon’t need to keep andchances are, the home willlook better without them.Colour coding: Since it’s a‘country look’ you want,stick to light colours for thewalls, like cream or white.Using wallpaper in lightorange or burnt brownmight also light up theroom.

Flowers: The easiest way tobring the outdoors inside isthrough plants.Cushions and throws: Acomfortable look is alsoattained by simply addingkilims on a floor or multi-printed throws over a sofa.Cushions with graphics canlessen the formal look of aplace, giving it an easy feel.Natural light: Another ele-ment that plays a crucialrole in a home is light.Switch off those strongbulbs and make more roomfor the natural elements tocome in. You can have a sky-light in your hall or make awindow larger and addsheer curtains to it.

— Compiled by Ismat Tahseen

From urban to rustic!

Bhavya Chawla Liji Thomas Manjiri Jawadekar

Light colours work bestfor a country look