5 reasons to UPDATE your HEADSHOT regularly
How do you feel about your current headshot?
If it’s anything short of “Confident”, and you’ve dreaded having them (re)done then this is for you! Continue reading for 5 reasons you should have your headshots updated regularly.
First Impressions.
I recently learned that first impressions can be made within the first 39 milliseconds. Your potential clients are deciding if they trust you or not in less than a single glance. Actually, it’s likely their first impressions were made way before meeting you. In this day and age of social media, people prefer to look you up on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn first. These are platforms a quality headshot should be! If done right, professional headshots will lend you an air of credibility. Potential clients will want to take you more seriously!
Professionalism.
Professionalism as a standard often goes without saying. We’re expecting all businesses to possess it and it’s very easy to tell when they don’t. Think of the last time you came across a business that felt unprofessional. It left a lasting impression, right? Don’t let your headshots be the reason a potential client walks away. What’s that one saying?
Oh, a picture is worth a thousand words. Show your audience who you are and what you have to offer rather than telling them.
Consistency.
If you have multiple online profiles or use your headshot for marketing materials, it’s important to have a consistent image across all platforms. By updating your headshot regularly, you can ensure that your brand stays consistent and recognizable to others. Additionally, this consistency can boost the SEO performance and overall discoverabilityof your business.
Headshots can Humanize You.
An updated headshot can also help you showcase your unique personality. The right photographer will curate every aspect of your photoshoot to capture you in your most authentic form and help convey your industry expertise. This includes deciding on a location, your outfit, posing, and even the facial expressions you’ll make during the photo shoot; all of which will reflect your style and personality! Don’t settle for any photo as your headshot, get them done professionally. Your audience deserves to see your passion along with exactly what you’re offering.
Boost your confidence.
I saved the best reason for last: when you look good, you feel good. Updating your headshot can give you a confidence boost and help you feel more confident in networking situations or when promoting yourself professionally. A boost like this to your ego translates positively for first impressions.
Overall, updating your headshot regularly can help you ensure a fantastic first impression, be professional, maintain a strong sense of consistency, show your human side, and boost your confidence.
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