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Zyia Active Rep | Brand Photography Session Chicago

Meet Amanda, Zyia Active Rep! Originally from Morris, Illinois, Amanda now lives in Canada and wanted a personal brand photo session in her hometown because of the character the town has. What is Zyia Active you ask? Zyia is an active lifestyle brand where women can get the perfect leggings […]

Personal Branding Mistakes You Should Avoid

It’s quite easy to get wrapped up in getting good results for your clients when you first start a business, but this often means entrepreneurs let aspects such as their brand fall by the wayside. In order for customers to want to do business with you and recommend you to […]

5 Tips for Improving Your Personal Brand

A personal brand is a combination of skills, expertise, and personality and how you present them on different platforms is important. For entrepreneurs, a personal brand is everything, but how do you know if you’re doing enough? Here are a few ways that you can boost your personal brand. 1. […]

How to Make Your Personal Brand Photos Really Stand Out

Creating a personal brand is all about setting yourself apart from the competition. Your personal brand is what makes you and your business unique — it’s what makes you a relatable, authentic, go-to professional instead of just blending in with everyone else in your field. While putting together your personal […]

How to Prepare for Your Personal Brand Photoshoot

Whether you’re a freelancer, professional, or a small business owner, creating an authentic personal brand is crucial to your success and growth. Your personal brand is what sets you apart from all the rest and what keeps people coming back to you again and again. There’s so much that goes […]

Is an Outdoor Headshot Session Right for You

While headshots are intended to present a professional appearance, there is more than one use for a headshot. Headshots can be used for your resume, LinkedIn profile, company directory, an audition, or even just for fun. Depending on how you plan to use your headshots, you will need to select […]