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5 Ways to Improve Your Profile Pic

We have a love/hate relationship with profile pictures.  I almost start drooling over really great ones.  They are quite rare, which is why making improvements to your profile pic will help you stand out from the crowd.

Here are five ways to improve your profile photo:

1. Be well rested, hydrated and relaxed when you shoot.
   If you're tired, dehydrated or nervous, it may negatively impact the final results of your photo.  Take a new profile pic when you're well rested, hydrated, relaxed, comfortable and confident.
2. Dress appropriately.
   If you meet with clients in a suit, then use a profile picture wearing a suit.  If your profession lends itself to a uniform (race car driver, doctor, physician, firefighter, etc.), then your profile photo can reflect that if it's how you want to be seen.  This consistency helps people recognize and remember you.
3. Keep the photo updated when you change your look.
   It's confusing to meet someone in real life (IRL) for the first time and they look nothing like their online photo.  If you change your appearance, be sure to update your profile photo, too.  You don't have to stress about doing that immediately, but be sure to update it before going to the next networking event so people have an accurate representation of you in mind.
4. Follow some essential rules of digital photography.
   Crop the image so that we can see your face well.  Make sure the image has enough contrast.  Use a resolution that compliments you (doesn't look blurry/pixelated), but downloads quickly.
5. Have a professional photographer take it.
   Professional photographers have a knack for capturing a moment and making you look your best--it's what they do for a living.  They will have ideas on how to capture the "essence of you" that will help you build a professional brand online.  When and how to hire a professional photographer is something to think about.

When you're ready to hire a professional photographer or branding expert, connect with me.  There are a lot of talented professionals ready and waiting to make you look your best.