#EntryLevelTweet 47: People like to know who they are dealing with, so include a photo.

Christine M Ruff

If you need to, then have one done professionally.

It is important for potential employers to see who you are, so you should include a photograph on your LinkedIn and other social media profiles. You can change the privacy settings so that only people who are connected to you can see your profile picture. You should make sure that the photograph you use includes you and no one else. That way there is no confusion. You should use a solid background, dress nicely, and smile! The picture should be from the waist up. If you need to, then you can get professional head shots. It is a good investment, so if you can hire a professional photographer, then I would recommend doing so. If you cannot afford that, then I would suggest going to a photo shop at Kmart, Wal-Mart, or Belk’s. The last option would be to have a skilled friend take your portrait. Of course, you would have to know someone who is into photography and willing to do so.

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