Last week, I went to get professional headshots done for the first time. I remember having heard of the idea of having headshots as a Rose event last year at the last Rose cafe, so it was very nice seeing that such recommendations were being taken into account. I was surprised, however, that the headshots were being offered so early in the semester, though I suppose that it would be the most helpful around this time.
While I have heard of events offering headshots at Cornell in the past, this was the first time that I have taken advantage of such an event. I am glad that I decided to do so, because it has become one thing that I can check off of a list pertaining to job searching.
Although the main purpose of the event was to get the headshots, we also discussed the idea of professionalism while we were waiting for out pictures to be taken. It was a comfortable environment that allowed us to ask questions such as what is considered business casual vs. business formal. It was a very good way to incorporate the idea of professionalism into the event. While not a formal discussion, it was good to hear what tips people had when going to different events. I would be interested in seeing another event similar to this again in the spring.
I am glad to read that you checked off professional headshots from your job searching list. I was also hesitant in getting a professional headshot because I was worried about how the picture might come out. However, I went with my friend to the College of Engineering Professional Headshot event and got our individual pictures taken. It was a fast process, but I got to see college students dressing up in their professional clothes. When I saw students being professional, it made me want to be professional as well. I believe headshot events enable us to realize that many people will take that extra step to get closer to career opportunities.