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What is personal branding photoshoot?

What Is A Personal Branding Photoshoot? What Is A Personal Branding Photoshoot? Personal Branding may seem like a buzzword but in the digital age with a whole world of ‘online’, personal branding is becoming more important than ever. If you’re struggling to understand what a personal brand is, then read my blog post on how to create a personal brand for yourself.  If you’re across what a personal brand is, you may want to clarify what a personal branding photoshoot […]

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What not to wear in your headshot

What not to wear in your headshot What not to wear in your headshot Most people ask what they should wear for their professional headshot photoshoot. I’ve discussed this across multiple blog posts, and I always give my clients plenty of personalised advice if they need it. But today I want to discuss what NOT to wear for a professional headshot. Things To Avoid: Let’s put a list together. I don’t think I need to expand on the below points […]

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Professional corporate headshot of melbourne accountant wearing glasses and a formal suit. He smiles to camera on a light grey studio background.

What should a work headshot look like?

What Should A Work Headshot Look Like? What Should A Work Headshot Look Like? If you’re considering updating your professional headshot for work, but not too sure what it should look like, there are a few things you should aim for: Clean, Clear Imagery. Your work profile photo or LinkedIn headshot should be clear, professional and sharp. You need to make sure you are the focus, with nobody else in your photo with you. Your photo will ideally be taken […]

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Tips for better staff photos.

Tips for better staff photos. Tips for better staff photos. Are you looking to up the profile of your business by incorporating professional staff headshots? This is a simple way to stand out and showcase your company (or the business you work for), above everyone else. After all, staff are the unique asset that each business have, and by showing your staff across your website and marketing, you establish the team as leaders and allow for a building of trust […]

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Headshot Backgrounds: The Dos & Don’ts

Headshot Backgrounds: The Dos & Don’ts Headshot Backgrounds: The Dos & Don’ts Are you looking for a new headshot, but not quite sure how it would look? Most people worry about what they will wear, or how to do their hair and makeup. What is commonly missed is the thought behind the other visual elements in their headshot photoshoot – the lighting and the background. “But isn’t this the photographer’s job?“. Yes – of course. A good headshot photographer should […]

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What colours to wear in your headshot and branding session.

What colours to wear in your headshot and branding session. What colours to wear in your headshot and branding session Most people struggle with what to wear to their professional headshot session. After all, it is an investment and we all want to portray ourselves at our very best. So what colours should you wear?  There are so many things for us to consider, so I can’t give you a quick answer (sorry!). Let’s instead look at what works from […]

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Staff Headshot Styles

Staff Headshot Styles Staff Headshot Styles Does the business you work for need new staff headshots? Showing your team is a fantastic way to connect and have your business stand out from the competition. I truly believe having staff profiles helps to form trust and connection, and it also gives that validation that your workplace is a team. There are lots of different styles of photography to choose from, and I am going to outline a few ideas here for […]

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Preparing for your staff headshot

Preparing For Your Staff Headshot If you’ve found out that your workplace has arranged for a photographer to come on-site to capture staff headshots, you might be here to find some advice on how to get the most out of it (or how to look your best). Most people cringe at the idea of having their staff headshot taken. It doesn’t need to be this way, and unlike the speedy process of school photography, you’ll find most corporate photographers really […]

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Creating a custom stock library with staff branding

Creating A Custom Stock Library With In-Situ Staff Branding Photography What makes your business unique? You may have many answers for this: location, customer service, your products, your branding. What often doesn’t come to mind as quickly, is your staff. In reality, the people with have in our businesses are what makes them most unique. The teams we have bring personality into our businesses, whether they are customer facing or working behind the scenes. Most of us relate better to […]

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Professional corporate headshot of melbourne accountant wearing glasses and a formal suit. He smiles to camera on a light grey studio background.

Questions To Ask To See If It’s Time for a New LinkedIn Profile Photo.

Is It Time for a New LinkedIn Profile Photo? Ask Yourself These Questions to Find Out Have you ever stopped and thought “I need to update my LinkedIn profile?” Maybe you’ve just landed a new job, started your own business, or made a significant career change. Whatever the reason, updating your LinkedIn profile is a great way to show potential employers and connections your latest accomplishments and skills. Look at your current profile photo on LinkedIn. Is it still an […]

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