Whether you are already out of the military or planning your exit soon it’s a good idea to be prepared for your job search in the civilian world. Quite a number of headshots we do are for military members transitioning out of the service. Most know right off the bat that they need a great headshot for their LinkedIn profile as well as for online applications. Some are angling towards graduate schooling and need a headshot for those applications. Whatever the final use most know that a great headshot can make the difference in landing that perfect job.

Did you know that your online profile (LinkedIn, other business sites) is 10 times more likely to be viewed with a profile photo than without? Your profile photo has much to say about you. What does yours say about you? Too cheesy? Too serious? A great business portrait conveys approachability.

Entering the business world can be overwhelming. Usually coming form a military background means you are used to dealing with all things overwhelming. Being the best prepared that you can be is important. Having a great business portrait is a key part of the package. You want to be able to show that confidence that you’ve gained from your military service. We can help you express that in your headshot.

Whatever field your are entering we can help you look the part-from military medical personnel transitioning to civilian hospitals, to financial services, defense contractors or Fortune 500 companies we will help you choose the right look for your headshot.

You will want to look and dress professionally. I tell people to wear what others in your industry are wearing—if most aren’t wearing a suit and tie then maybe you shouldn’t either. Here is how you can better prepare for your headshot. In addition if you are still in the service you may want to bring your uniform for some additional portraits.

So as you begin to look towards transitioning out for the service think about the importance of your business headshot.