GREENSBORO, N.C., Mar. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- While a
picture may be worth a thousand words, according to Psychological
Science's published research, it only takes a person less than a
tenth of a second to form their first impression from someone's
photo; for example, the photo or photos that you have uploaded to
various employment-related, dating and social media sites. In fact,
in just that tenth of a second, this same research showed that
people's judgement of just one single image included what they
thought about a person's attractiveness, likeability (friendliness
and kindness), trustworthiness and even competency (smartness and
capability).
In a similar experiment, Photofeeler, a website that allows the
general public to rate anyone's photo they submit – on the basis of
likability and competency – used 800 profile pictures that received
over 60,0000 ratings. Photos where people were wearing sunglasses
received "below average" ratings. On the other hand, smiling
happened to be the most impactful characteristic in a photo,
receiving "above average" ratings. More importantly, a smile with
teeth visible, increased people's perceptions about the level of
likeability and competency.
Swipe-right-worthy picture
When it comes to photos and dating apps, there are plenty of both.
Recently, Bumble's CEO Whitney Wolfe
Herd became a billionaire overnight. Bumble is just one of
the many dating apps out there. Tinder, Match.com, eHarmony and
many more feature thousands of photos of men and women looking to
make that love connection. From selfies with pets to action photos,
there are various types of pictures people choose for their
profiles, with hopes of connecting with that special someone.
Your Image could affect getting a job, so make it count
LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, statistics show
that users with a profile picture receive 21 times more profile
views and nine times more connection requests than those who don't.
Whenever a hiring manager is browsing through your online profile,
they, too, can generate a "first impression" from your photo. In
fact, studies show that people can recall 65% of the visual content
that they see almost three days later. This means people are able
to replay your photo in their head, remembering if they thought
they had a good or bad impression about you, just by your
photo.
With all this in mind, Market America | SHOP.COM has five smart
tips to help you put your best face forward when it comes to
selecting the right headshot for business or pleasure.
1.) When it comes to searching for
employment, dress as if you already have the job. Choose solid
colors, rather than stripes or busy patterns that can be
distracting. Also, consider choosing colors that accentuate your
eyes and skin complexion. Navy, indigo and royal blue tops are
known to intensify lighter eyes. Purple helps darker eyes pop, as
well as warm-toned complexions. Black will bring attention to your
face, no matter your eye color.
2.) Smiling can make you look more
attractive, successful and happier; people who smile are perceived
to be confident, while making you more approachable. We recommend
some proper care for your smile's best friend, your lips. Lips are
one of the most sensitive organs in the human body. The lips don't
contain oil glands, unlike other parts of the human body, making
them more prone to dryness and chapping. Take special care of them
to keep them healthy. Here are some things everyone can do to
ensure healthy lips.
- Lip scrubs are great for exfoliating, which helps eliminate dry
skin that can build up, and immediately restore shine and
smoothness.
- To keep the moisture locked in, a lip mask will do the job. It
will also leave a healthy glow that will look great on camera. Your
lips will be left feeling baby smooth.
- For women, use a lip gloss, cream lipstick or liquid lipstick
to add a splash of color. If you have smaller lips, they can appear
larger by adding one of these three options. Another great benefit
is that all three types of lip products can continue to moisturize
your lips — something that can be helpful during the cold winter
months.
3.) Keep your background simple. The
presence of décor can be distracting for viewers, and they will
spend their time focusing on that instead of you. To ensure you are
the main focus, stand in front of a blank wall to take your
picture. For poses, sit up straight and smile like you mean it.
Think of something that genuinely makes you happy before you take
the picture. As we all know, there is nothing more obvious and
disingenuous than a fake smile.
4.) Using the proper lighting is
essential for any type of photos, including your own image. A
selfie ring light is a simple, cost-effective option to achieve the
lighting you need, allowing easy use and great angles. Just set
your phone on self-timer for about 10 seconds and practice the pose
that is described in tip #3. If you get frustrated with your
photos, take a break, relax in your comfy chair and read a book or
listen to some of your favorite tunes. Then, come back to your
photo spot — relaxed, with a genuine smile.
5.) Both men and women can have oily
skin, even if it just appears in the "T-zone" — across the
forehead, down the nose and including the chin. Of course, men and
women have vastly different skin. Men have larger pores than women;
therefore, men tend to have oilier skin. When it comes to removing
that shine in your photos, with or without makeup, consider the
following.
- Clean the canvas: For both men and women, using a cleanser and
toner can help remove excess oil and leave you feeling
refreshed.
- Control the shine: With or without makeup, translucent powder
can be a quick fix to control shine. For makeup users, consider
setting sprays that can reduce the shine.
At the end of the day, who doesn't want their photo to be a
masterpiece that others admire and think about in a positive light?
Whether your goal is to make a love connection or land your dream
job, face it – what you look like matters, especially in your
photos.
Market America | SHOP.COM is a global product brokerage and
internet marketing company that specializes in one-to-one marketing
and is the creator of The Shopping Annuity®. The company, which has
an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), is also a
two-time winner of the BBB's Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics.
According to the Better Business Bureau, "the Torch Award for
Marketplace Ethics is the most prestigious award the BBB can
present to a business. Being a recipient indicates the business not
only believes in high standards promoted by the BBB, but
consistently demonstrates and integrates them into daily business
practices."
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