The Power of a Headshot: Your headshot is your digital handshake - Make it count.
You might wonder if professional photography is worth the expense, but let me tell you, Professional Headshots are more than just professional pretty portraits. Whether you are an established business updating your online presence, a professional updating your profile, or you are creating your first website, the thought of hiring a professional photographer may cause you think you might be able to get by without it, or pull out that cellphone and take some pictures/selfies yourself right?… Wrong!!
“In a world where first impressions are made online, start with a headshot that conveys confidence and credibility”.
There are probably a thousand of reasons you don’t want your headshot taken, I get it. There are people that don’t like being photographed, or they are self conscious, but the experience doesn’t have to be unpleasant. A professional who is experienced can help you and guide you with the process and turn it into an ultimate pleasant experience.
Professional headshots are a pivotal tool in shaping how individuals are perceived by potential clients, employers and colleagues.
5 Reasons why you should hire a Professional Photographer and keep your headshot updated
First Impressions
Did you know people judge us within 11 seconds of our first meeting? I know this sounds absurd right, although it may seem absurd, it is true that we judge books by their covers. A good headshot will help your potential customers get to know you, a great smile can make a big difference; by using a stock photo instead can turn them down. People visit your website to get to know you or your company, people do business with those who they trust. Collaborators that find your profile online are more likely to take you seriously.Gain Confidence
A great headshot gives you credibility, professionalism and authority, it can help you feel professional and confident when speaking with potential partners. It is amazing how confident you can feel after a session. At Letty’s Photography we can make personalized adjustments and some retouching at your request.
One Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
This is likely one thing you’ve heard before. Except today, pictures are worth thousands and maybe more. A professional headshot speaks before you do, somewhere I read that a picture needs to be felt before it gets seen, and somehow it’s true, how many times have you seen a picture of a beautiful dress or a cruise and vision yourself in it? Now imagine showing your customers and clients what you have to say rather then telling them, this is now possible thanks to the internet.
Visual Reminder
How often have you attend a function or meeting where you met someone you want to do business with? A professional, current and clean headshot can help someone remember you and connect with you instead of second guessing if that is you. With true honesty, a clean real headshot doesn’t need thousands of filters, that will defeat the purpose. Let’s keep it real, at Letty’s Photography we will help you to soft some lines in post-processing, and will guide you during the session to make you look confident and professional.
Stand Out From the Rest
A professional headshot will make you stand out from the rest. You’d be surprise how many people have taken a pictures of themselves from a wedding with their arms around someone else, never fails a typical in-the-car-boot or restroom mirror. All of these pictures usually cropped , grainy and with bad lighting. This is not a great way to showcase who you are and what you care about. It’s also surprising how many people don’t have a profile picture, this is part of your online introduction. Your headshot is your digital handshake - Make It count!
Did you know that color can communicate a feeling of power of accessibility?
The subtle nuances can have significant impact on how you are perceived.
At Letty’s Photography we Care, we inquire about your industry and professional goals, we can advice on wardrobe, location, and make-up. This will help you bring the best self. While now day devices and programs may be getting better, there’s no substitute for a personal contact, a photographer understands how to position the subject in the right light into your best personality. Also, while some build in apps may retouch your photos by using filters and get rid off of all of your wisdom lines, let’s face it, it doesn’t look natural. We can soft them and make sure you will look your best while retaining your identity. Professional headshots not only help you make a great first and last impression, but they also build trust and reinforce professionalism.
Your Professional image should match your ambition- Your Headshot is the first step!
