As a Realtor® in Hamilton and the surrounding areas, I thrive on helping my clients achieve their real estate goals. Whether it’s a first-time buyer purchasing their dream starter home, a family upgrading to a bigger space, or someone making a bittersweet move due to life changes like divorce or the loss of a loved one, every journey is unique. My role is to guide my clients through these moments, ensuring they feel supported and understood every step of the way.

But here’s the thing — the trust and connection I work so hard to create with my clients often begins with something as simple as my headshot. Faces are powerful in marketing and advertising. A great photo isn’t just a picture; it’s an introduction, a first impression, and a window into who I am as a professional and a person.

For years, I avoided updating my headshot. Despite knowing how crucial it was, the idea of participating in a photo shoot made me cringe. Like many people, I’d scroll through photographer portfolios, searching for the right style, only to put it off again and again. In the back of my mind, I thought, “What if the photos don’t look like me? What if they don’t capture the real me?”