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Why Your LinkedIn Profile Picture Matters More Than You Think

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots.  Here’s Why Your LinkedIn Profile Picture Matters More Than You Think!  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

Why Your LinkedIn Profile Picture Matters More Than You Think

With over 740 million users worldwide, LinkedIn has become the go-to platform for professionals to network and advance their careers.  Having a strong LinkedIn profile has become more important than ever.

 

While many people focus on optimizing their work experience and skills on their LinkedIn profiles, they often overlook the importance of their profile picture.  Research has shown that profiles with a professional headshot receive 14 times more views than those without one.

 

Here are some more reasons why your LinkedIn profile picture matters more than you might think:

 

  1. It makes you more memorable: A professional headshot that reflects your personality and brand can make you more memorable to potential employers, clients, or colleagues. It’s an opportunity to show off your personal brand and make a lasting impression.
  2. It conveys your professionalism: A well-lit, well-composed headshot conveys professionalism and attention to detail. It signals that you take your career seriously and are committed to presenting yourself in the best possible light.
  3. It humanizes your profile: Adding a profile picture to your LinkedIn profile can make you seem more approachable and relatable. It’s a chance to showcase your personality and let people get to know the person behind the resume.

 

Now that you know why your LinkedIn profile picture is so important, it’s time to make sure you’re putting your best face forward. Here are some tips for creating a professional-looking headshot:

 

  1. Dress professionally: Wear something that you would wear to a job interview or a client meeting. Avoid busy patterns and bright colors that can distract from your face.
  2. Choose a clean, uncluttered background: Your headshot should be all about you, so choose a neutral background that won’t distract from your face. A solid-colored wall or a simple backdrop can work well.
  3. Hire a professional: If you’re serious about making a good first impression on LinkedIn, consider hiring a professional headshot photographer. They can help you create a headshot that reflects your personal brand and conveys professionalism.

 

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Your LinkedIn profile is your digital first impression and can have a significant impact on how you are perceived by potential employers, clients, or colleagues. By following these tips, you can create a professional-looking headshot that showcases your personal brand and helps you stand out from the crowd.

 

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A little bit of flash can go a LONG way outdoors. 📸

When I’m photographing families or seniors outside, I’m not trying to overpower the natural light or make the photo look like it was taken with flash.

I just want a little extra light to soften those shadows, even out skin tones, and give me a more polished final image.

The key? Keep it subtle.

Your flash should work with the natural light—not fight against it. When you get that balance right, you still get the beautiful look of an outdoor session, just with a little more control over your subject’s lighting.

If you’re a newer photographer, start experimenting with adding a small amount of off-camera flash to your outdoor sessions. You might be surprised by how much of a difference it makes!

📸 And if you’re building your photography skills, I have free resources on lighting, gear, posing, and more available through the link in my bio.

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A little bit of flash can go a LONG way outdoors. 📸 When I’m photographing families or seniors outside, I’m not trying to overpower the natural light or make the photo look like it was taken with flash. I just want a little extra light to soften those shadows, even out skin tones, and give me a more polished final image. The key? Keep it subtle. Your flash should work with the natural light—not fight against it. When you get that balance right, you still get the beautiful look of an outdoor session, just with a little more control over your subject’s lighting. If you’re a newer photographer, start experimenting with adding a small amount of off-camera flash to your outdoor sessions. You might be surprised by how much of a difference it makes! 📸 And if you’re building your photography skills, I have free resources on lighting, gear, posing, and more available through the link in my bio.

The goal is to coordinate—not match. 👏🏻

Planning outfits for the whole family can easily become the most stressful part of family photos, so here’s my favorite way to simplify it:

Start with one person’s outfit (Mom, I’m looking at you 😉) and build everyone else around it.

Choose a color palette that works well with your location. For an outdoor session, earthy greens, browns, blues, creams, and other natural tones photograph beautifully.

Then add some variety! Mix different shades of denim, layer jackets or sweaters, and incorporate different fabrics and textures. Everyone should look like they belong together without looking like you bought the same outfit in five different sizes. 😂

And most importantly, choose clothes that actually feel like your family. You’ll be much more comfortable in front of the camera—and it’ll show in your photos.

And don`t forget, my weekend family session dates are filling up fast! 👇🏻

October 10th & 17th
November 8th & 15th

📸 Need a little more help planning your session? My free Family Session Welcome Guide covers wardrobe, locations, preparing for your session, and more. Grab it through the link in my bio!

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The goal is to coordinate—not match. 👏🏻 Planning outfits for the whole family can easily become the most stressful part of family photos, so here’s my favorite way to simplify it: Start with one person’s outfit (Mom, I’m looking at you 😉) and build everyone else around it. Choose a color palette that works well with your location. For an outdoor session, earthy greens, browns, blues, creams, and other natural tones photograph beautifully. Then add some variety! Mix different shades of denim, layer jackets or sweaters, and incorporate different fabrics and textures. Everyone should look like they belong together without looking like you bought the same outfit in five different sizes. 😂 And most importantly, choose clothes that actually feel like your family. You’ll be much more comfortable in front of the camera—and it’ll show in your photos. And don't forget, my weekend family session dates are filling up fast! 👇🏻 October 10th & 17th November 8th & 15th 📸 Need a little more help planning your session? My free Family Session Welcome Guide covers wardrobe, locations, preparing for your session, and more. Grab it through the link in my bio!

Photographers: the secret to family sessions with little kids? Stop expecting them to follow the plan. 😂📸

Young kids are going to move. They’re going to get distracted. They may decide halfway through that they’re completely DONE with your ideas—and that’s okay.

Instead of fighting it, work with it.

Keep them moving and engaged. Give them something to do instead of constantly asking them to smile. And don’t forget to coach Mom and Dad, too! Encourage them to interact with their kids, keep looking at you when you need the classic family shot, and trust you to get the moment.

Because some of the best images happen in between the poses—the laughs, cuddles, movement, and little expressions you couldn’t have planned if you tried.

You don’t need perfectly behaved kids to create beautiful family portraits. You need patience, flexibility, and a few tricks ready when your original plan goes out the window. 😉

📸 If you’re growing your photography business, I have free resources covering everything from gear and lighting to posing and more. Check them out through the link in my bio!

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Photographers: the secret to family sessions with little kids? Stop expecting them to follow the plan. 😂📸 Young kids are going to move. They’re going to get distracted. They may decide halfway through that they’re completely DONE with your ideas—and that’s okay. Instead of fighting it, work with it. Keep them moving and engaged. Give them something to do instead of constantly asking them to smile. And don’t forget to coach Mom and Dad, too! Encourage them to interact with their kids, keep looking at you when you need the classic family shot, and trust you to get the moment. Because some of the best images happen in between the poses—the laughs, cuddles, movement, and little expressions you couldn’t have planned if you tried. You don’t need perfectly behaved kids to create beautiful family portraits. You need patience, flexibility, and a few tricks ready when your original plan goes out the window. 😉 📸 If you’re growing your photography business, I have free resources covering everything from gear and lighting to posing and more. Check them out through the link in my bio!

Standing out professionally matters more than ever—especially when you’re competing for someone’s attention before you ever get the chance to meet them.

Your LinkedIn profile, company bio, website, or online portfolio may be someone’s very first introduction to you. And while your experience and qualifications are what really matter, the way you present yourself can help shape that first impression.

That’s where a great professional headshot comes in. 📸

A current, polished photo helps you look confident, approachable, and intentional about how you show up professionally. And in a tough job market, those little details matter.

If your current headshot is several years old, doesn’t really look like you anymore, or is still a cropped photo from your camera roll…it might be time. 😉

Let’s create a headshot that actually represents the professional you are today.

📸 Book your headshot session through the link in my bio.

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Standing out professionally matters more than ever—especially when you’re competing for someone’s attention before you ever get the chance to meet them. Your LinkedIn profile, company bio, website, or online portfolio may be someone’s very first introduction to you. And while your experience and qualifications are what really matter, the way you present yourself can help shape that first impression. That’s where a great professional headshot comes in. 📸 A current, polished photo helps you look confident, approachable, and intentional about how you show up professionally. And in a tough job market, those little details matter. If your current headshot is several years old, doesn’t really look like you anymore, or is still a cropped photo from your camera roll…it might be time. 😉 Let’s create a headshot that actually represents the professional you are today. 📸 Book your headshot session through the link in my bio.

I think family photos mean something a little different to me now. 🤍

For years, I was the mom hanging new portraits on the walls while my kids were still living at home. Then came senior portraits, graduations, and eventually watching both of them head off to start their own next chapters.

Now that my youngest is off at college, the house is a whole lot quieter.

But everywhere I look, there they are.

On the walls. In frames. In albums. All of these different versions of our family and my kids at ages I can’t go back to.

And maybe that’s why I feel so strongly about family portraits.

When you’re in the middle of raising your kids, it’s easy to think there will always be another year. Another fall. Another chance to schedule the photos.

There probably will be.

But they’ll never be exactly this age again.

Take the photos. Print them. Put them on your walls. Let your home fill up with the people you love.

Someday, you’ll be really glad you did. 🤍

📸 I still have a few weekend dates available for fall family portraits. If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll get around to updating yours, maybe this is your sign.

Head to the link in my bio to reserve your session.

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I think family photos mean something a little different to me now. 🤍 For years, I was the mom hanging new portraits on the walls while my kids were still living at home. Then came senior portraits, graduations, and eventually watching both of them head off to start their own next chapters. Now that my youngest is off at college, the house is a whole lot quieter. But everywhere I look, there they are. On the walls. In frames. In albums. All of these different versions of our family and my kids at ages I can’t go back to. And maybe that’s why I feel so strongly about family portraits. When you’re in the middle of raising your kids, it’s easy to think there will always be another year. Another fall. Another chance to schedule the photos. There probably will be. But they’ll never be exactly this age again. Take the photos. Print them. Put them on your walls. Let your home fill up with the people you love. Someday, you’ll be really glad you did. 🤍 📸 I still have a few weekend dates available for fall family portraits. If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll get around to updating yours, maybe this is your sign. Head to the link in my bio to reserve your session.

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
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