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Why Updated Headshots Build Trust - St. Louis Headshot Photographer

Dec 08, 2025

In today’s digital world, your headshot is often the first impression you make—on LinkedIn, company websites, Zoom, email signatures, and social media. As a St. Louis headshot photographer, one of the biggest reasons I encourage clients to update their headshots is simple: trust.Your Headshot Should Match the Real YouNothing damages trust faster than meeting someone who looks nothing like their online photo. Outdated headshots make you seem disconnected, less credible, or even ...

Freelance Marketing

Feb 24, 2025

Need Freelance Marketing & Design Help for Your Small Business?Running a small business is tough—marketing and branding shouldn’t be. I help small businesses like yours attract customers with eye-catching designs and smart marketing strategies that get results.Whether you need a fresh logo, a polished website, engaging social media content, or a full marketing plan, I’ve got you covered. Let’s work together to create a brand that stands out and connects with the ...

January Mini Sessions

Jan 11, 2024

January Headshot Mini SessionsNew year, new opportunities, and a new chance to showcase the best version of yourself. At A. Dougherty Photography, we're thrilled to kick off the year by offering a mini session in January. Elevate your professional image, make a lasting impression, and capture the essence of your unique identity through an expert lens.Why January? Start the year on a confident note. January represents not just a new month but a fresh canvas to redefine and ...

How are you using your headshots?

Mar 05, 2023

What is brand consistency?Brand consistency is at the root of your business’s identity. It encompasses all aspects of your marketing—from messaging to design, how you communicate, and everything in between! Basically, any place a customer would engage with your business digitally or in the real world should have a consistent experience (and a consistent look and feel).When applied in marketing, brand consistency signals to customers that your business has an easily ...