“I’ve just been asked for a headshot”

I receive a surprising number of enquiries that begin with the same sentence:

“I’ve just been asked for a headshot…”

It’s usually prompted by something exciting like a speaking opportunity, an award nomination, a podcast feature, a company announcement, a press article, or even the launch of a new website. 

What starts as a positive opportunity quickly turns into panic when people realise they don’t actually have imagery that reflects where they are professionally now.

Suddenly, they’re scrolling through outdated photos, cropping themselves out of wedding pictures, reusing the same headshot from 2010, or worse, avoiding opportunities altogether because they don’t feel properly represented online.

Your professional image matters far more than most people realise. Not because appearance is everything, but because trust often starts visually. Before someone reads your credentials, hears you speak, or understands the quality of your work, they’ve already formed an impression based on how you present yourself.

People want reassurance that the person behind the business feels credible, polished, and established.

And the truth is, you probably already are those things. Sometimes your imagery simply needs to catch up! 

If your current headshots no longer reflect the level you’re operating at, now is the perfect time to update them. Professional, natural imagery can help you show up with confidence across your website, LinkedIn, press features, speaking opportunities, and social platforms.

To enquire about a headshot or personal branding session, get in touch, I’d love to help you create imagery that feels authentic, polished, and aligned with your professional presence today.