Monday, May 16, 2016

Having the right picture for your LinkedIn

An employer looks at three areas of your LinkedIn profile during the first few seconds of viewing the first thing that an employer will look at, is your profile picture. Having no picture could be worst then having a bad profile picture. A faceless candidate communicates an incomplete profile. This could be received as low motivation or enthusiasm for finding a job. A strong LinkedIn profile picture includes a couple key elements. A pleasant smile, a good photo is warm and welcoming. And professional attire. Not every job requires you to wear and suit and tie. But you should dress appropriately. Think about the job you’re going for and dress for your first day.  Don’t crop your face out of your vacation photos. Another thing to keep in mind, make sure your profile picture is just a picture of you. Employers don’t want to have to guess which one you are.  you should have a pleasing background. each color and background texture alters the emotional quality of the image. you should have an interesting angle. your profile picture isn't a mug shot, so don't look head on at the camera. instead try tilting your head slightly or look at the camera over the shoulder. and the last thing you should keep in mind when you are taking your picture, try to show some personality. you don's need a gimmick or prop in your photo, think about what you can do to show who you are and making your image memorable. 


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