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Job Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a Headshot | Houston Headshot Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots.  Tara can help with Job Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a Headshot.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

Job Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a Headshot

“In recent studies, up to 90% of human resources people say they check out social media profiles, especially LinkedIn and Facebook, before inviting a candidate in for an interview. This means the wrong headshot can kill your chances of even talking on the phone stone-dead. Is your headshot killing your opportunities for job offers before you even get the opportunity to interview?” ~Martin Yate, CPC, author of Knock ’em Dead: Secrets & Strategies for Success in an Uncertain World

We live in a digital world full of pictures.  So the job search is one of the factors of life that has also been altered by the digital age.  If you are beginning a job search, you naturally think about updating the resume.  You’ll want to include all of the experience that you’ve had since your last job search.  You want it to be current.  The same is true for your headshot.  If recruiters are looking at your LinkedIn and Facebook profiles, they should see a professional representation of you.  Not the selfie from the weekend’s boating trip, as fun as that was.  LinkedIn is a professional network and your headshot should be professional.

Another article on the importance of not neglecting your headshot in the job search.  Job Hunting 101: Don’t Neglect Your Headshot

Headshots for Laurie

Laurie requested a headshot session for her job search.  She needed an updated headshot.  We had such a great session – we chatted and talked about kids and college in between shots!  We are all connected in some way and I love that my job allows me to find connections with people.  Everyone is on a journey and our experiences reflect the ups, downs, trials, and successes.  Laurie’s dark blue suit is a perfect match for the blue-grey background and natural light setup.  We took a number of shots with other backgrounds, lighting, and wardrobe options.  She ultimately chose these final images for her headshots.  I love that she is relaxed, professional, and friendly for her new job search headshots.  All my best, Laurie, in whatever comes next for you.

Job Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a HeadshotJob Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a HeadshotJob Search 101: Polish Your Resume and Get a Headshot

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

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One outfit isn’t enough. Here’s why…

In branding sessions, we plan intentionally—from your wardrobe to your messaging—so your photos work everywhere your brand shows up.

I always recommend bringing multiple outfits: start with your most formal look and end with something more relaxed. This gives you a versatile set of images—perfect for everything from LinkedIn to your About page to your social media.

✨ Pro tip: Think layers, textures, and pieces that feel like you.

💬 Not sure what to wear or how to plan your session wardrobe? Drop your questions below—I’m here to help!

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One outfit isn’t enough. Here’s why… In branding sessions, we plan intentionally—from your wardrobe to your messaging—so your photos work everywhere your brand shows up. I always recommend bringing multiple outfits: start with your most formal look and end with something more relaxed. This gives you a versatile set of images—perfect for everything from LinkedIn to your About page to your social media. ✨ Pro tip: Think layers, textures, and pieces that feel like you. 💬 Not sure what to wear or how to plan your session wardrobe? Drop your questions below—I’m here to help!

Let’s talk about it 👇🏻

When people land on your website or socials, they want to know who you are.

But when you rely on stock photos, you risk looking generic, disconnected, or even untrustworthy — and that could be costing you real opportunities.

Here are 5 reasons to book a professional branding session and invest in photos that are genuine and authentically you:

1️⃣ Build connection. Real faces build real trust.

2️⃣ Show your personality. Let your brand voice shine visually.

3️⃣ Stand out. Your competition is using the same stock photos. You deserve better.

4️⃣ Get consistency. Custom photos align with your colors, vibe, and messaging.

5️⃣ Boost confidence. When you love your photos, you show up more.

📩 Ready to ditch the stock and show up as the real you?

Contact me to book your branding consultation today! I’d love to help you elevate your presence.

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Let’s talk about it 👇🏻 When people land on your website or socials, they want to know who you are. But when you rely on stock photos, you risk looking generic, disconnected, or even untrustworthy — and that could be costing you real opportunities. Here are 5 reasons to book a professional branding session and invest in photos that are genuine and authentically you: 1️⃣ Build connection. Real faces build real trust. 2️⃣ Show your personality. Let your brand voice shine visually. 3️⃣ Stand out. Your competition is using the same stock photos. You deserve better. 4️⃣ Get consistency. Custom photos align with your colors, vibe, and messaging. 5️⃣ Boost confidence. When you love your photos, you show up more. 📩 Ready to ditch the stock and show up as the real you? Contact me to book your branding consultation today! I’d love to help you elevate your presence.

If I had a dollar for every time a client said, “I’m not photogenic”… I could retire.

But here’s the truth:

That phrase? It’s not a fact.
It’s a story you’ve been telling yourself — one of those “little t” truths that feels real, but isn’t.

The real truth?
✨ You are photogenic.
📸 You just haven’t had someone help you see it yet.

Most of us aren’t perfectly symmetrical. Most of us feel awkward in front of the camera. That’s NORMAL.

But with the right lighting, posing, angles — and someone who knows how to bring out your best — that all changes.

You don’t need to look like anyone else.
You just need to feel like you.

And that’s where I come in. 💛

Ready to finally love the way you show up in photos? Contact me — I got you.

#photographytips #brandingphotography #headshots #professionalheadshots

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If I had a dollar for every time a client said, “I’m not photogenic”… I could retire. But here’s the truth: That phrase? It’s not a fact. It’s a story you’ve been telling yourself — one of those “little t” truths that feels real, but isn’t. The real truth? ✨ You are photogenic. 📸 You just haven’t had someone help you see it yet. Most of us aren’t perfectly symmetrical. Most of us feel awkward in front of the camera. That’s NORMAL. But with the right lighting, posing, angles — and someone who knows how to bring out your best — that all changes. You don’t need to look like anyone else. You just need to feel like you. And that’s where I come in. 💛 Ready to finally love the way you show up in photos? Contact me — I got you. #photographytips #brandingphotography #headshots #professionalheadshots

Want people to remember you? Start with this 👇🏻

Your face is your most powerful branding tool — and science backs it up. 🧠

We’re wired to recognize and remember faces, especially when we see them consistently. So if your headshot is outdated, inconsistent, or missing altogether… you could be missing out on real connections.

Here are 5 reasons to invest in a professional headshot that aligns with your brand:

1. First impressions happen online. Make yours count.

2. Visual consistency builds trust. People recognize what they see often.

3. A polished photo = instant credibility.

4. It helps people feel like they know you. Before you’ve even met.

5. Recognition = recall. Repetition helps people remember you.

📩 DM me to book your consultation — let’s create a headshot that helps your brand stick.

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Want people to remember you? Start with this 👇🏻 Your face is your most powerful branding tool — and science backs it up. 🧠 We’re wired to recognize and remember faces, especially when we see them consistently. So if your headshot is outdated, inconsistent, or missing altogether… you could be missing out on real connections. Here are 5 reasons to invest in a professional headshot that aligns with your brand: 1. First impressions happen online. Make yours count. 2. Visual consistency builds trust. People recognize what they see often. 3. A polished photo = instant credibility. 4. It helps people feel like they know you. Before you’ve even met. 5. Recognition = recall. Repetition helps people remember you. 📩 DM me to book your consultation — let’s create a headshot that helps your brand stick.

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
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Tara is a member of TPPA Texas Professional Photographer's Association.
Tara has earned her Master of Photography degree.
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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston PPGH.