Whether you are just starting out in business or have been in business for years, everyone needs a great looking headshot. Something that represents who you are, and allows potential clients to connect with you before even purchasing your product or service. Headshots are perfect for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn as well as websites and blogs!
People buy from those they know, like and trust. You want to look friendly, professional and trustworthy. Headshots personalize your business and can take you a step ahead of your competition.
Real estate agents are not the only professionals these days that are using their headshot on their business card, website,social networking sites and in their e-mail signatures.Headshots are starting to appear all over the Internet and in print media from those in the financial world, lawyers, engineers, consultants, sales reps and job seekers! What a great idea! Let the receiver of your e-mail see who they’re dealing with before meeting you in person. You’ll feel like you already know each other.
We’ve all seen poorly lit, out of focus, full-body headshots on business cards and throughout social networking sites, including LinkedIn, the most popular professional networking site out there! Why? Because people underestimate the value of a quality headshot. Publishing a bad headshot is equivalent to going live with a half-finished website pointing to dead or broken links. These types of websites are regarded as unprofessional.
This is often the first impression you make with a potential client or employer. Why not make it first rate?
Donna Detter, membership consultant for the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, says, “I started using a professional headshot when I came to the Chamber, especially in my e-mail signature. It has helped brand me. Now when I am meeting a new client for the first time in a public place, they can easily find me. I think it’s important to keep your photo current. Don’t date yourself with an old picture.”
excerpt from Denver.YourHub.com
