Should I Wait To Have My Headshot Taken?
When To get a headshot taken
Why do we put off for tomorrow what can be done today?
We procrastinate and put things off, and in the end, our competitors reap the rewards. That is the cold, hard truth. While we are waiting for the opportune moment to come, someone else has already seized that opportunity, and we are left scratching our heads either wondering why we were passed over, or why we waited so long.
As a professional headshot photographer
in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, I see this all the time.
While scrolling through facebook posts, I had noticed that someone had questioned whether or not they should get their headshot taken now, despite the fact that they want to lose some weight.
The reality is that if you wait for that moment to come, you will lose out on so many rewarding opportunities.
Weight loss is a fickle thing. Some people really embrace the idea and go full bore on diet and exercise. But, for most humans, weight loss doesn’t come easily, or in a short period of time.
Consider the time investment in achieving those goals compared to the number of career opportunities you will pass up while working towards those goals.
In the end, you may be happier with your physique, but the opportunity cost could be greater. This isn’t to say that you shouldn’t do what makes you happy. But, your professional headshot, branding, and online presence is so important, that it's vital to not wait to visit a professional headshot photographer.
The same principle applies to feeling fear or anxiety about whether or not your are photogenic.
If you are going to audition for acting roles, apply for a job, or present yourself to an audience of any sort, you would be doing yourself a tremendous disservice to delay until you achieve whatever benchmark you set. You could be taking the bull by the horns, and leveling up your career, or at least gaining traction towards doing so.
To be clear, no one is saying not to lose weight or engage in any form of self-improvement if that is the path you have chosen.
Instead, I am suggesting is that you shouldn’t wait to have a headshot taken. Your authentic, unique self is what people are after. People want to know who you are, what you stand for, if can you get the job done, how competent you are, and if you connect with them.
Have you thought about the value your headshot brings to your online presence?
A solid
linkedin headshot
will help you get noticed, and improve your social presence by leaps and bounds.
A high quality actor headshot
will garner the attention it truly deserves, by those decisions makers who will ultimately help you on your path to success.
There is nothing worse than being overlooked or disregarded due to not having a great photo to go along with your impressive list of accolades.
Have you ever scrolled through LinkedIn, and noticed a great deal of “professionals” don’t have an incredible business headshot
listed on their profiles?
Are those people interesting to you? Probably not! The reason is simple: we eat with our eyes first. While we are taught from a young age to never judge a book by its cover, we practice the exact opposite. We are actively looking at profile pictures to determine if we want to engage with the people we see. Biographies, resumes, and accolades are secondary to professional headshots and pictures.
Why wait? Make your appointment and schedule your headshot session today. You might need to update your headshot down the road, but that’s how the game is played. And, while you’re working towards whatever goals you have set for yourself, you could still be pushing forward with your career goals and aspirations.
I wholeheartedly encourage you to rethink delaying!
There is an interesting twist here: many of my clients are in search of professional headshot pictures that make them look younger, more attractive, and thinner.
While the camera is a tool that simply records what it sees, the techniques, coaching, and direction I employ actually do facilitate looking thinner, younger and the best version of yourself that you’ve ever seen. It’s a win-win!
Whether you choose to work with me, or not, I always suggest seeking out a professional headshot specialist, as they are usually skilled enough to accomplish your goals, while maintaining your authenticity, and unique personality.
If / when you’re ready to get the ball rolling, I will be here ready to assist!
Let me know how I can help you take your professional game up a notch. I am at your service!