A good first impression is crucial in building rapport with your future clients. When someone looks at your company’s website or your LinkedIn profile, how do you want to be seen? Confident? Professional? Unique? Having a great head shot is the perfect tool to help others see that you are a good fit for the job at hand. Here are a few tips that will help you make the best first impression with your head shot.  

1. Stand out from the crowd: Don’t be afraid to add unique details to your photo. Using a different background, wearing a fun outfit, or simply using a non-traditional pose can help you stand out from your competitors.

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3. Look like you are important: Be sure to dress professionally and act confident. People want to see that you are willing to do what it takes to meet their needs. Tilting your chin slightly upwards can make you appear that you believe in yourself.

4. Look memorable: Feel free to have fun with your head shot! After all, you want others to remember who you are and what you are all about, that can be done with a great headshot!

5. Increase trust: Having a sincere smile and soft eyes will help you build trust with your future clients. People hire people, not just skills. A good rule of thumb is just to be yourself in your head-shot, and be somebody you could go have lunch with!

6. Add culture: Hiring managers hire for culture. Use your photo as a way to define yourself. Having a background of your hometown or wearing a traditional article of clothing shows others who you are and what to expect!