Welcome to the blog. I am really happy to see Career Coach has joined this blog. Welcome.
I genuinely want to help you to grow your business and my first suggestion would be for you to add a profile picture to your profile. I've talked a lot in my newsletter about why image matters and the old adage that people buy people is so true and seeing a photo of someone helps you to feel more connected to them.
Even though I know that a photo on the internet may not necessarily be the actual person I still psychologically prefer to see a picture of whoever it is I'm interacting with.
Adding a picture starts to build a rapport with your followers and this is the key to internet marketing. Internet marketing is all about building your networks and contacts and getting your name and profile out there where your target market can find you more easily.
There are loads of articles out there about what makes a good profile picture but my top tip is to SMILE and look at the camera as if it was a good friend or a client that you really like. Look smart, avoid distractions such as loud backgrounds, children, partners or sunglasses and just put your best smile forward.
If you're serious about making a good impression it is really worthwhile getting some professional shots done. I've had some done, I used Janet Myers in Southsea and I am really happy with the results.
Ask for a head shot for facebook, blogger twitter etc. A desk shot and maybe a location shot these can be then sent out with press releases at a moments notice.
Don't be shy - go for it and don't forget to comment on this article and ask about any topics you'd like to know more about.
Have a great day
Rachel
