Everyone keeps asking me, “What’s the secret to a great photo?” I tell them it’s lots of things. The location, the wardrobe, the lighting and angles of course. You need to feel comfortable and happy with yourself and the person taking the photo. But beyond all that, actually, the answer is even simpler. The secret to a great photo is individual. You have to ask yourself, “What do I want to say with this picture?” Do you remember that thing when we were kids, show and tell? That’s the main premise behind an online profile of any kind whether it is for LinkedIn or Match.com. The text is supposed to tell who you are and what you want and the picture is supposed to show it. So here is what I recommend before you get photos taken: make a list of your top words. If a friend, a colleague or family member were to describe...
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