Links We Love: Taking the Perfect Professional Portrait

Whether you're an executive or you're just trying to make your LinkedIn profile look great for your job search, getting a professional portrait taken is a smart move for anyone who's serious about her career.

But if you don't have a photo yet, it can be hard to know where to start. To help you out, we've gathered some of the best resources from around the web for taking a business portrait that turns heads—and makes everybody want to work with you.

Start with this all-inclusive guide to taking a business portrait, from how to choose and communicate with a photographer to how to style yourself. (Work Awesome)

Make sure to check out these tips for taking a professional photo that gets noticed—for the right reasons. (Forbes)

Hear what the White House photographer has to say about avoiding awkward business photos. (CBS)

Before heading to your photography session, study up on this guide to posing in professional portraits. (The Leaky Bathtub)

While posing is important in a photograph, how you hold your face is a bigger issue. Check out these tips to make sure you look natural and confident. (The New York Times—Gadgetwise)

Remember, even if you aren't ready to get a professional portrait taken, it's important to your career that you choose photos for your online profiles carefully. (U.S. News)

Keep these tips in mind for keeping your online avatar professional. (Fast Company)

Photo of professional portrait courtesy of Shutterstock.