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Can a Headshot Increase Your Employment Opportunities?

Today’s job market is crowded, to say the least. Job seekers must leverage every single advantage that they can find, no matter how small, to get the position they want.

Since so much of the hiring process takes place online, it only makes sense for candidates to publish a professional headshot to their profile. But can a professional headhttps://peakcityheadshots.com/business-headshots/shot really increase your employment opportunities? Absolutely it can – and here are 3 reasons why:

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Company headshot captured on location.

1. A headshot acts as a business card. 

Research indicates that about 70% of employers are going to check out your social media page(s) before hiring you. Granted, that may seem a little weird or invasive. On the other hand, imagine the impression that a professional headshot from your Facebook profile may leave on a prospective employer. They say that first impressions are vital, so why not make a good one before the hiring manager even talks to you directly?

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Business headshot captured in-studio.

2. It can offer a glimpse into your personality. 

There’s an old saying that goes: “Dress for the job you want, not the job you have.” The same principle applies to headshots. If laid-back companies with casual dress codes fit your personality, then show that in your headshot; or convey a more professional appearance to attract conservative employers. Your headshot is an extension of your personal brand and will give hiring managers a sneak-peek into who you are, and what makes you tick.

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Business headshot captured in-studio.

3. It makes your portfolio look more professional.

Let’s face it: your resume may be flawless, but if you haven’t uploaded a headshot to your page (or worse yet, have uploaded a bad headshot), alarm bells are going to go off in a prospective employer’s head. Presenting a tasteful, professional headshot shows that you are conscientious, that you have self-respect, and that you’re willing to put in the work to land a good job.

Without a doubt, a headshot can and will increase your employment opportunities. Reach out to the professional Raleigh headshot photographers at Peak City Headshots to schedule your headshot appointment today.


This article is published by the Raleigh headshot photographers at Peak City Headshots. Offering individual business headshots, company, team & staff headshots, both in-studio or on location. We'll bring the studio to your office allowing your team to maintain productivity while obtaining professional images to market your company's successes.

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