The (somewhat creepily named) website Photofeeler.com rates business profile pictures based on how they project competence, likeability, and influence. These are basically the criteria we have in mind when shooting headshots, so we went ahead and put a few of our photos to the test to see how we would do. The results are in, and we’re pretty happy!
The only photo which didn’t perform well was my own! Reminds me of that expression about the plumber’s wife having the drippy faucet. My wife and I don’t have many vacation photos either. Went to Italy in April and I think I shot about 10 photos with my iPhone the whole time…
48% of people don't like me. If you need me I'll be with my therapist...