Tips for Choosing the Right Photo for Your LinkedIn Profile
Your LinkedIn photo is one of the first things people notice when they click through to your
profile. That small round image is your chance to make a striking first impression on potential
clients and business partners.
If you’re serious about building a powerful personal brand, it’s highly recommended that
you hire a professional photographer to assist you with headshots. Not only do they have
the right equipment, but a bit of editing can help enhance your best features.
Already have a few headshots on file that you’re considering using? Read on for some tips to
help you choose the best image for your profile.
- Make sure it’s a recent photo. The photo you use on your LinkedIn profile needs
to look like you. If you’re using a photo from 10 years ago, chances are potential
clients might be a little confused when they meet you.
- Keep the quality high. Your LinkedIn profile picture needs to be at least 400 x
400 pixels. Low-resolution images don’t create a good first impression, which is why
it’s recommended that you get assistance from a professional photographer.
- Don’t include others. When you’re building a personal brand, it’s all about you, so
it’s not best practice to include other people in your profile picture. It’s also not ideal
to crop a group photo – it hardly ever looks professional.
- Your face should be the main focus. If you’re thinking about using an image that
incorporates most of your body, think again. At least 60% of your LinkedIn profile
photo should be your face.
- Consider your expression. Your profile photo should represent who you are as a
person. It’s ok to have a professional expression instead of a quirky smile, but try
not to look overly serious.
- Choose the right outfit. The clothing in your photo should be what you wear to
work on an average day. You can’t wear hiking gear when you want to attract
corporate clients.
- Lighting matters. Different lighting will change the look and feel of your photo.
The right lighting will highlight your best features.
- Think twice about the background. A busy background can be too distracting
and take the focus off your face.
By following these basic guidelines, you can instantly make your profile stand out.
Don’t forget to choose the right cover photo too.
We specialize in creating awesome Professional Headshots & Personal Branding Images. Connect with us for more information or check out our Headshot & Branding gallery. Get more information about our Personal Branding Services.
We offer everything from Half Day Sessions to Quarterly Full Day Sessions that give you all the images you need to post on your social media platforms for a full 90 days!
Cindi Fortmann Photography is a full service studio, specializing in Professional Headshot, Commercial Photography, Personal Branding, and Mixed Media Fine Art. We are located in the heart of Johns Creek, serving the surrounding areas including Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton, Peachtree Corners, Duluth, Sandy Springs, and the Metro Atlanta area.
0 Comments