Are you wondering if it’s time for a new headshot? Maybe yours is a few years old, or maybe it’s currently a selfie (no judgment). Hey, when we’re getting started in our careers or business, sometimes we just don’t have the time or funds to get a professional headshot in the Greater Boston area - we totally get it! 

Your professional headshot is often the first visual representation of you that people encounter, whether on LinkedIn, business cards, or company websites. A polished and professional headshot creates a positive and lasting first impression.

The question is, when SHOULD you invest in a professional headshot that reflects the confident, capable professional you are? Here are eight reasons our clients come to us ready for a new, updated professional headshot!

8 Reasons It’s a Good Time for a Headshot 

1) Career or Business Milestones

A significant career milestone, such as a promotion, a new job, or a career change, is a time to celebrate! What better way to celebrate this milestone than with a new headshot? It’s the perfect chance to share your new headshot while celebrating your professional advancement on social media.  

2) Rebranding or Career Changes

If you've recently rebranded your business or personal brand, your headshot should align with the new image! A fresh headshot ensures consistency across your professional platforms and reinforces your updated brand identity. During our headshot planning process, we offer wardrobe guidance so you feel confident in choosing what to wear that aligns with your new brand or career. 

3) Website and Social Media Refresh

Are you working on a new website? Or refreshing your social media profiles? A headshot that accurately represents you lets potential clients, colleagues, or employers see the authentic and up-to-date version of yourself! You’ll want the same headshot across all your professional social media platforms for brand awareness. 

4) Networking Opportunities

Good for you, putting yourself out there! Whether you love networking events or just know you need to do them, having a professional headshot becomes invaluable. After someone meets you and connects on LinkedIn or other marketing platforms, they’ll see your consistent headshot image that leaves a lasting impression and facilitates memorable connections with fellow professionals.

5) Personal Growth and Confidence Boost

As you grow in your career and gain confidence, your headshot should reflect this! Investing in a professional headshot during periods of personal and professional growth helps showcase the self-assured and competent individual you've become. 

6) Team or Group Updates

If you're part of a team or group within your organization, coordinating updated headshots can contribute to a cohesive and professional image for the entire group. This is particularly important for companies with client-facing roles! (Ask us about our brand photography sessions!)

7) It’s a Selfie 

If your current headshot is a selfie, please don’t feel bad at all! Yes, we’re professional photographers, but we’re not here to judge anyone! A selfie gets the job done, but it’s time to take a professional headshot and feel confident in this important image! We got you!

8 Just Because!

Beyond the professional advantages, having a professional headshot helps you feel confident! Seeing a polished and high-quality representation of yourself creates a sense of pride and self-assurance. 

It serves as a visual reminder of your professionalism, achievements, and the unique qualities that make you exceptional in your field. The investment in a professional headshot becomes a gift to yourself—an affirmation of your worth and a visual celebration of the confident, capable individual that you are! 

We have many clients come to us because they simply don’t love their current headshots. If your headshot doesn’t look and feel like you, then it’s time for a refresh. Our stress-free headshot process is here to help! Leading up to the session, we’re available to help you choose the right outfit. During your headshot session, we keep things efficient and fun, so you get a headshot you love while (dare we say) enjoying the process! 

Greater Boston Professional Headshot Photographers 

We’re Maria and Erin, the creative minds behind Two Shots Photography, specializing in crafting fine art headshots. As a mother-daughter team, we're devoted to providing you with professional headshots that transcend traditional photography – creating art that reflects your unique professional identity. Contact us today to get started!