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7 Keys to a Great Corporate Headshot
Today, a professional business headshot is indispensable for making a strong and memorable impression online. To attain a headshot that not only truly stands out but is also flattering and looks good, there are some critical factors to consider. In this blog post, I’ll go over the key elements of a great corporate headshot and explain why each is so important.
What to Wear for Corporate Headshots, Women
I get a lot of questions from women about what they should wear in their corporate headshot. There are definitely some guidelines for looking professional but also some tips for selecting an outfit that will make ladies look slimmer photos (which is probably what all women really want)…
What to Wear for Corporate Headshots, Men
Corporate headshots for men typically require a very specific outfit selection, but aside from choosing a suit, there are several considerations that aren’t completely obvious but make a huge difference in the final photo. Get the best guidelines for preparing and selecting what to wear for your corporate headshot if you’re a man, things you should be aware of, and how to pair a shirt and tie with the suit for best results…
21 Ways to Use Your New Headshots
Most people will use their headshot in a couple of places, but professional portraits can go much further! There are many situations where an updated headshot could be useful and this article will give you a great overview and some ideas to maximize your photo session investment. Below I go over twenty one ways to use your new headshot and why it’s a good idea to do so…
7 Ways to Use Your Personal Branding Photos
A Personal Branding photo session is an investment, not just in yourself, but also in your business. That being said, it’s one of the few investments you’ll make that is almost guaranteed to bring you a net positive result in both time and money…
5 Signs You Might Need A New Headshot
Sometimes we’re not aware that something needs an update until it becomes glaringly obvious or someone tells us that it’s time. When it comes to headshots, not only do many people not get a professional headshot until much later in life, but also go for many years and even decades before updating their existing headshot…
Top 5 Complaints Clients Have About Photographers
Find out what the most common complaints I hear about previous photography experiences and how I structure my sessions to avoid these types of mistakes with each individual client.
Holiday Cards for People who Hate Holiday Cards
Helpful suggestions for how you can overcome some of the most common struggles with Holiday Cards this season and hopefully make the experience something you enjoy instead of dread!
How to Compare Headshot Photographers
When you’re searching online to find a headshot photographer, you are probably going to end up comparing a couple of good candidates to figure out which one you should go with. And it’s sometimes hard to tell what the right decision should be…
Brand Photography, an Investment that Pays for Itself
What are some real world benefits of spending more to hire a professional photographer for personal branding? And why will that amount most likely directly lead to increased income, making it a very worthwhile investment?
The Importance of Having a Process
One thing I had to learn (the hard way) about running my own business, is that having systems and processes in place isn’t optional. See how I use processes to work LESS and get MORE done, and why this is so important for every business to have…
5 Reasons Why You Should Spend Money on Portraits
There are a lot of things we spend money on! Find out exactly why family photography is a smart thing to buy and the top 5 reasons why you should spend money on portraits instead of something else…
Tips for Working from Home with Children
Learn the strategies and tips I use to get things accomplished during the day, how I structure my schedule, and how everyone can coexist in a household with two working parents and kids who are at home…
How to Prepare for your Personal Branding Session
Find out exactly what you need to do before your Personal Branding photography session, how to best prepare, what meetings we will have, and how to guarantee a successful day ahead…
Necklace Tips for Portraits
Often selecting a necklace for portraits is difficult because it’s so hard to know whether a piece of jewelry will look right with the neckline, whether it will overpower the outfit, or maybe even cause problems when the person wearing it moves around…
The Importance of Documenting Your Dog in Portraits
It is a wonderful thing that so many families I work with have dogs. And often, it comes as a surprise to parents that they can include the family pet in their portrait session…
Product Spotlight: Print Collections
While most of the print products my clients enjoy are sold à la carte (this gives everyone the most choice, btw), Collections exist for those who would like a set package of prints…
5 Things You Don't Need For Your Personal Branding Session
Sometimes, the very idea of scheduling a Personal Branding photo session seems positively overwhelming. And to be completely honest, most of them are, but things don’t have to be that way…
Remembering What's Important Among Everyday Chaos
It doesn’t matter whether we’re undergoing a global epidemic quarantine or are simply trying to get through a typical day with our children. In the end, there are some things that we should all keep in mind so we can remember what’s actually important…
Product Spotlight: Museum Prints
There is a reason why I print my own work - it gives me the ultimate control over the final product that my clients go home with. There are so many printing vendors to choose from (even if you just stick to the professional lab options), so why go through all that work and expense?