Guides
Better business headshots
What to wear, how to look like yourself on a good day, and what any of it should cost. Written by the team behind BusinessHeadshots.ai.
See Your Headshot Before You Pay: How the Free Preview Works
Upload one selfie and see your finished AI headshot free with a watermark before paying. Here is how the free preview works and why we show it first.
Consistent Team Headshots Without a Photo Day
Get matching team headshots without booking a photographer. Each person uploads one selfie, picks the same backdrop and style, and previews the result free.
Headshots for Real Estate Agents
Why real estate agents need a strong headshot, what it should look like, and how to get one from a single selfie for $10 instead of a $150-$300 studio session.
Headshots for Job Seekers: First Impressions That Get Interviews
A professional headshot helps job seekers get noticed on LinkedIn and by recruiters. Learn what recruiters look for and how to get one for $10 in a minute.
How to Crop and Size a Headshot for Every Platform
Exact headshot crop and size specs for LinkedIn, email avatars, company websites and print, plus how to frame one photo so it works everywhere.
What Not to Wear in a Business Headshot
Avoid busy patterns, big logos, seasonal outfits and flashy jewelry in a business headshot. Here is what distracts, why, and what to wear instead.
How Many Headshots Do You Need?
Most people need 3 to 5 usable headshots, one per platform. Here is when 10, 30 or 100 AI headshots makes sense, and why one photo is rarely enough.
Why a Photo Gets Poor AI Headshot Results, and How to Fix It
AI headshots go wrong when the source selfie is blurry, shadowed, or obscured by sunglasses. Learn the four common photo problems and the quick fixes.
AI Headshot Not Looking Right? Common Problems and Fixes
Why AI headshots sometimes look off and how to fix them: better selfie angles, lighting choices and likeness checks, plus a free watermarked preview first.
AI Headshot Privacy: What Happens to Your Photo
What happens to your selfie after an AI headshot? Your photos are deleted with your account, never train models, never appear in marketing, and are never sold.
How AI Headshots Work from One Photo
How AI turns one selfie into a studio-quality business headshot in about a minute, how it keeps your face accurate, and what to expect before you pay.
How to Choose a Headshot Style for Your Industry
Match your headshot to your field: what lawyers, tech workers, realtors, creatives and healthcare pros should wear, plus backdrop and expression tips.
Headshot Poses That Look Natural
Natural headshot poses come down to three things: angle your shoulders, bring your chin slightly forward and down, and relax. Here is how to do each.
The Best Backgrounds for Business Headshots
Studio, office or outdoor? Which headshot background suits your industry, which colors work, and how to preview your own photo free before paying.
Using an iPhone Photo for an AI Headshot
Yes, an iPhone selfie works for an AI headshot. Learn how HEIC files, portrait mode, lighting and framing affect results, and preview yours free first.
How to Take a Professional-Looking Photo at Home with Your Phone
Stand facing a window, raise your phone to eye level, and steady it on a tripod or books. Learn simple light, angle and setup tricks for a professional photo at home.
LinkedIn Profile Photo: What Actually Works
What makes a LinkedIn profile photo work: crop from mid-chest up, a clean simple background, a relaxed genuine expression, and at least 400x400 pixels.
Are AI Headshots Worth It?
AI headshots cost $10 to $50 instead of $150 to $300 for a photographer. Here is when they are worth it, what quality to expect, and how to try one free.
AI Headshots vs a Photographer: Which Should You Choose?
AI headshots cost about $10 and take a minute; a photographer runs $150-$300. Here is an honest look at when each option makes sense for you.
How Much Does a Professional Headshot Cost in 2026?
Photographers charge $150-$300 for a headshot session in 2026. AI headshots start at $10 for 10 photos, with a free watermarked preview before you pay.
The Best Selfie for an AI Headshot: A Simple Checklist
The best selfie for an AI headshot is well lit, taken at eye level, shows your whole face clearly, and includes only you. Here is the full checklist.
How to Smile in a Headshot Without Looking Forced
Learn how to smile naturally in a headshot: relax your jaw, breathe out before the shot, think of something real, and use a soft closed-lip smile if teeth feel fake.
Business Headshots for Women: A Practical Guide
What women should wear, how to handle hair and makeup, and which backgrounds work best for a business headshot, plus how to get one from a single selfie for $10.
Business Headshots for Men: A Practical Guide
What men should wear, how to groom and which expression works for a business headshot, plus the mistakes to avoid and a $10 way to get one done.
What to Wear for Business Headshots
Wear solid mid-tone colors, a structured neckline, and clothes that match your industry. A practical guide to outfits, colors, and necklines that photograph well.
Executive Headshots: What C-Suite Photos Get Right
What makes an executive headshot work for CEOs, CMOs and CTOs: authority without stiffness, where the photo appears, and a faster way to get one.