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  1. 18 ways to use your personal branding photographs

    So now you’ve got a picture perfect set of photographs, let’s put them to good use. It’s time to turn up the dial on your ‘know/like/trust’ factor, see greater engagement online, attend networking events with ease, and to feel more confident about your online presence.  Here’s my foolproof list of…


  2. Personal branding photo-shoot tips: dogs

    “Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.” – anon. How does the old saying go, “never work with children and animals?”  WRONG.  There’s nothing I love more than when a client asks… “Can I bring my dog to my shoot?”“Hmm… let me think


  3. Personal branding photo-shoot tips: outdoor locations

    “Nature is a painting for us, day after day, pictures of infinite beauty.” – John Ruskin One of my favourite things about personal branding photo-shoots is getting to shoot in stunning outdoor locations. Our precious earth is the most beautiful canvas upon which us photographers get to paint the most…


  4. 5 prop ideas for fabulously festive photos

    Yes, it’s that time of year again! You might be knee-deep in creating Christmas content already but if you’re not sure where to start then I’ve got you covered with some super simple prop ideas to spread some festive cheer on your social channels. 1. Baubles - lay them out…


  5. 12 autumn photo ideas for social media

    “I am such an autumn person. Give me a quiet, cosy spot with a simple view of gorgeous trees with colourful leaves on a September day, fuzzy socks, a warm drink, and a good book and I will be in all my glory.” - McKenna Kaelin The clue really is


  6. 5 top tips to prepare your home for a branding photo-shoot

    Many of my clients want to use their own home for their branding photo-shoot to create authentic images, but the thought of putting their home on display can bring about very natural fears and worries. Today I want to share with you 5 easy top tips to help your home


  7. 12 summer photo ideas for social media

    ☀️ Can I help make planning and creating your summer social media content easier? 🌴 Summer is upon us; these warm days and long, light evenings, feel so good. Now is a great time to start thinking about social media content (yes, it’s never too early) and the photos you…


  8. What to wear for a great formal headshot

    It’s Monday morning and the all-staff email lands in your inbox with the subject line, ‘New team photos tomorrow!’. Can I help make preparing for your new headshot easier with a few easy hints and tips on what to wear for a top notch formal headshot? 1. Think classic The…


  9. 12 spring photo ideas for social media

    🌼 Can I make creating spring social media content easier for you? 🌼 Spring keeps teasing us that it’s not far away. With the changing seasons, the clocks springing forward and the light at the end of the tunnel as we finally make our way out of this lockdown, it’s…


  10. Build your brand with these 6 key elements

    The first quarter of a new year is a great time to think about how you can refine your brand. Our brands and businesses are constantly evolving, with each new client we work with, each new idea we try, and each new personal or professional goal we seek to achieve.


  11. 2020 - how to review and reflect on this year, ready for 2021!

    And so we prepare to say “so long and farewell” to 2020… As this year draws to a close, and we wind down towards a well-earned rest over the Christmas period, I’m making time for my annual review - a chance to reflect on the year just gone, to gain…


  12. My 6 favourite books of 2020

    “Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counsellors; and the most patient of teachers.”– Charles W. Eliot Every year I aim to read more than the previous year. I thought a global pandemic and less time behind the camera would


  13. 4 steps to taking better social media photos for your business

    Social media allows us to connect with our communities and ideal clients in a more accessible and informal way than ever before, but it requires time, thought, and a serious amount of content! Using images in your posts is not only a sure-fire way to increase engagement but is also…


  14. 7 things to do with your hands on a photo-shoot

    When it comes to personal branding photo-shoots, one question I’m frequently asked is, “what should I do with my hands?” Why is it that most of the time we can move through life without worrying about what our arms and hands look like, but stick us in front of a…


  15. Becoming visible - move past fear and share your story

    “The ocean does not apologise for its depth and the mountains do not seek forgiveness for the space they take and so, neither shall I.” - Becca Lee WHEN YOU… Share photos of yourself onlineCreate video content or jump on the livestream trainStart to be vocal on social mediaPut your…


  16. PR: what it is and how it can help you build your brand, by Lou Stewart of Your Kind Co.

    PR – WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT ANYWAY? There are lots of myths surrounding what some call the dark art of PR, from whether it costs a fortune, to ‘it’s only something for big brands’ and my favourite - that we are all ladies who lunch – Ab Fab style! Well…


  17. 3 ideas for social media photos you can take today!

    Summer holidays are just around the corner, and while they might not be quite what we had planned at the start of the year, let’s make the most of them! Now is a great time to start thinking about social media content and the photos you can take on your…


  18. 5 must-have props for your personal branding photo-shoot

    Whether you’re planning an epic personal branding photo-shoot with the photographer of your dreams, or you’re just wanting to up your bespoke social media stock photo game, there are a few foolproof props you shouldn’t be without. 1. Your laptop or tablet Likely to be the engine room of your…


  19. Brand archetypes: what are they and how can they help you?

    Think of your favourite stories. Be they books, films or television series’, which were the stories you loved and really engaged with? Now think of the characters within those stories. The chances are those characters fit into fairly broad categories; the mysterious and seductive femme fatale, the spandex-clad hero back…


  20. Top tips for using video - IGTV and video conferencing

    These unprecedented times are forcing many of us business owners out of our comfort zones and catapulting us well and truly into our learning zones! Video, whether for marketing purposes or team communication, has been on the rise for a while, but right now it’s more important than ever. But


  21. 5 top tips to help you stay grounded

    The world feels pretty overwhelming right now and with so much uncertainty it can be hard to think straight. But maintaining a sense of ‘normality’ can be really helpful in terms of your mindset, your resilience and your productivity. When we connect with normality, things feel a little bit easier…


  22. 2019 - how to reflect on and be inspired by this year ready for 2020!

    And so 2019 almost draws to a close… As we switch on our out of office replies, and switch off our laptops for a well-earned break, I’m taking some time to reflect on the year just gone, to have more clarity around my achievements, my successes, my ‘things-I-could-have-done-better’ and much,…


  23. My 5 favourite books of 2019

    “Never trust anyone who has not brought a book with them.” – Lemony Snicket One of my goals for 2019 was to read more, and I’m pleased to say I’ve actually achieved it! More travelling with work this year has meant more time to catch up with reading as the


  24. 10 Things I’m Loving Right Now: June 2019

    It’s been a while since I shared some of the things that are currently inspiring me. Whether it’s people, books, music, TED talks, it’s all here! I hope some of them inspire you too. 1. A couple of weeks ago I went to see Mary Portas in conversation as part


  25. Looking back on 2018 - how and why I’m reviewing my year

    Happy Winter Solstice! 2018 has been an incredible year of growth and personal development.  But sometimes we get so caught up in the next goal, the next big job, that next milestone, that we can feel like we’re not really progressing.  Sometimes it’s only when you stop and look back


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