The Three Best LinkedIn Profile Picture Tips per Research [Infographic]

The Three Best LinkedIn Profile Picture Tips â€" per Research [Infographic] Photofeeler, a Boulder, Colorado startup, conducts research on LinkedIn and other social media profile pictures. Because of this, theyre a fountain of evidence-based LinkedIn profile picture tips.  Beyond that, they have created a system that lets you quickly assess your profile pictures effectiveness by collecting information from live viewers.Feedback on Profile PicturesAs a result, you can use Photofeeler to get feedback on three essential career factors:1. Likeability.2. Competence.3. Influence.LinkedIn Profile Picture TipsAnn Pierce, the Co-Founder CEO of Photofeeler, and I teamed up to produce an infographic (see below) that shares PhotoFeelers research-proven best practices for LinkedIn profile pictures.Three Factors That Make the Most Effective LinkedIn Profile PicturesTo make the best impression possible:1. Dont obstruct your eyes.2. Smile with your teeth showing and throw in a little  squinch (see the video at the bottom of this section).3. Dress formally.I pressed Ann on her formal dress advice because many companies don’t require it. She said that regardless of the company or industry, formal dress scores better in pictures. Period. So guys, get your ties on!The Profile Picture HackAnn recommends going to a professional photographer to get a good picture, but thats not the hack.The hack:Ann shared the four pictures that have scored the highest  rankings  ever  on Photofeeler. If you have already looked at them (below), then you probably noticed that all four are  remarkably similar.Each picture was styled and taken by professionals for stock photo sites. Their Photofeeler rankings show you the advantage you gain from working with professionals and, because of their similarity, what to do with your own picture.Study  the infographic below, then:1. Mimic the dress and grooming in one of the two pictures on the right.2. Give your photographer the infographic and ask him or her to pose and frame you just like the woman on the right (because she has the best scores of all).Could it be easier?Let Us KnowAfter youre done, run your old and new pictures through Photofeeler  (its free) and let us know how your scores changed.More LinkedIn Profile TipsClick here to find more tips on improving your LinkedIn profile.Let’s Connect on LinkedInPlease don’t hesitate to invite me to connect on LinkedIn  here:  Donna Svei, Executive Resume Writer. The more I know about my readers, the better I can make my blog.Footnote: One of my clients used the advice here and sent me a copy of her Photofeeler rankings. She outperformed the people in the infographic!Featured by: Entrepreneur Image Courtesy of Lesley B. Juarez Updated June 2019 2015 2019, Donna Svei. All rights reserved.Donna SveiDonna Svei, an executive resume writer and former C-level executive, retained search consultant, and CPA, writes all of AvidCareerists posts. She has written for and been quoted by leading business, general, and career media outlets, including Forbes, Mashable , Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, Lifehacker, Ask.com, Social Media Today, IT World, SmartBrief, Payscale, Business News Daily, and the Muse. Let her background and experience inform your job search strategy and decision making.Learn more about Donnas executive resume writing service or email Donna for more information. LinkedIn â€" Profile Pictures (6 Posts) The Three Best LinkedIn Profile Picture Tips â€" per Research [Infographic] Photofeeler, a Boulder, Colorado startup, conducts research on LinkedIn and other social media profile pictures. Because of this, theyre a fountain of evidence-based LinkedIn profile picture tips.  Beyond that, they have created a system that lets you quickly assess your profile pictures effectiveness by collecting information from live viewers.Feedback on Profile PicturesAs a result, you can use Photofeeler to get feedback on three essential career factors:1. Likeability.2. Competence.3. Influence.LinkedIn Profile Picture TipsAnn Pierce, the Co-Founder CEO of Photofeeler, and I teamed up to produce an infographic (see below) that shares PhotoFeelers research-proven best practices for LinkedIn profile pictures.Three Factors That Make the Most Effective LinkedIn Profile PicturesTo make the best impression possible:1. Dont obstruct your eyes.2. Smile with your teeth showing and throw in a little  squinch (see the video at the bottom of this section).3. Dress formally.I pressed Ann on her formal dress advice because many companies don’t require it. She said that regardless of the company or industry, formal dress scores better in pictures. Period. So guys, get your ties on!The Profile Picture HackAnn recommends going to a professional photographer to get a good picture, but thats not the hack.The hack:Ann shared the four pictures that have scored the highest  rankings  ever  on Photofeeler. If you have already looked at them (below), then you probably noticed that all four are  remarkably similar.Each picture was styled and taken by professionals for stock photo sites. Their Photofeeler rankings show you the advantage you gain from working with professionals and, because of their similarity, what to do with your own picture.Study  the infographic below, then:1. Mimic the dress and grooming in one of the two pictures on the right.2. Give your photographer the infographic and ask him or her to pose and frame you just like the woman on the right (because she has the best scores of all).Could it be easier?Let Us KnowAfter youre done, run your old and new pictures through Photofeeler  (its free) and let us know how your scores changed.More LinkedIn Profile TipsClick here to find more tips on improving your LinkedIn profile.Let’s Connect on LinkedInPlease don’t hesitate to invite me to connect on LinkedIn  here:  Donna Svei, Executive Resume Writer. The more I know about my readers, the better I can make my blog.Footnote: One of my clients used the advice here and sent me a copy of her Photofeeler rankings. She outperformed the people in the infographic!Featured by: Entrepreneur Image Courtesy of Lesley B. Juarez Updated June 2019 2015 2019, Donna Svei. All rights reserved.Donna SveiDonna Svei, an executive resume writer and former C-level executive, retained search consultant, and CPA, writes all of AvidCareerists posts. She has written for and been quoted by leading business, general, and career media outlets, including Forbes, Mashable , Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, Lifehacker, Ask.com, Social Media Today, IT World, SmartBrief, Payscale, Business News Daily, and the Muse. Let her background and experience inform your job search strategy and decision making.Learn more about Donnas executive resume writing service or email Donna for more information. LinkedIn â€" Profile Pictures (6 Posts)