I have over 3500 LinkedIn followers; is that a lot? I really don't know. But I thought I would find out ways to connect with each of them in a deeper way so that I can really add value to what it is that they do.
The first thing I found out is that to "attract" business we should have a good looking profile pic. Makes sense I guess being that it has been said that our face is our fortune. So if you aren't making a fortune yet, maybe you might consider using any or all of these 5 tips... (Follow this page so you'll see all upcoming tips).
1) Use a professional-quality photograph for your headshot.
This is one of the first things people see when they’re scanning profiles. So don’t use a photograph that belongs on a hobby forum. In other words:
- Don’t use photographs of your pet for your headshot.
- No “artsy” shadowy photographs, or photos of just part of your face.
- No high school photographs. Your photo should have been taken within the last five years.
- No photos that are cropped group photos. You should be the only person in the photo. There is one possible exception: if you’ve got a photo of you with Richard Branson or another globally recognized business personality.
- No photos you wouldn’t include on your resume if you were doing an in person interview.
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If you’re not sure if your current photo is good enough, consider using PhotoFeeler, a free online tool that lets other users rate your Facebook or LinkedIn profile photo based on how competent, likable and influential you appear to them. READ MORE.
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