
Let’s get something out of the way first.
If your headshot is:
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more than a few years old
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cropped from a group photo
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filtered beyond recognition
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taken on a phone “just to have something”
You’re not doing anything wrong.
You’re just doing what most business owners do when they’re busy running a business.
But here’s the part people don’t like to say out loud:
Your headshot is often the first impression someone has of you — and outdated images can quietly cost you trust, confidence, and yes… business.
First Impressions Happen Faster Than You Think
Before someone:
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books a call
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fills out your contact form
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replies to an email
They see your photo.
And they decide — consciously or not — whether you feel current, confident, and credible.
Your work can be excellent.
Your experience can be solid.
But if your image doesn’t match that?
There’s friction.
Your Headshot Should Match Where Your Business Is Now
This is the part I see most often with business moms.
Your business has grown.
Your confidence has shifted.
Your role has evolved.
But your headshot is still telling an older story.
A headshot isn’t about looking younger or more polished; it’s about looking aligned with who you are today.
DIY Isn’t the Problem — Staying There Is
Phones are great. Lighting is better. Filters are tempting.
The problem isn’t that your current headshot came from a quick fix.
The problem is when that quick fix becomes permanent.
If you’re showing up professionally — pitching, networking, emailing, leading — your image should support you, not hold you back.
Consistency Builds Confidence (For Them and You)
When your headshot is:
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current
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recognizable
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consistent across platforms
People feel like they know you before they meet you.
And here’s the quiet benefit no one talks about:
When you like your photo, you show up more.
You post more.
You pitch more.
You stop avoiding visibility.
That matters.
What a Strong Headshot Actually Does
A good headshot isn’t about being flashy.
It should:
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feel approachable
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feel professional
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feel like you
Not stiff.
Not overly styled.
Not trying too hard.
Just confident, current, and clear.
From Me
If you’ve been thinking, “I probably need a new headshot,” you’re probably right.
Not because your old one is terrible — but because your business deserves imagery that reflects where you are now, not where you started.
And that shift alone can make a bigger difference than you expect.
Want to Take the Next Step?
If you’re curious what a thoughtful, low-pressure branding or headshot session could look like, you can explore my Marketing Portrait Experience here.
No rush.
No pressure.
Just options when you’re ready.
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