Standing in front of a camera can be intimidating for anyone. But if you’re a business owner, it’s no secret that you have got to get out there and jump on the social media bandwagon or you’ll miss out on potential growth opportunity for your business. People love connecting to businesses on a personal level and social media is the perfect platform to do just that! It’s a great way to show people you care about how they think and feel. So get ready to step into the spotlight with these tips on how to look like a natural by finding confidence in front of the camera.
The Trick!
Get Yourself Comfortable.
Finding confidence in front of the camera is about more than just you’re physical look; it’s a state of being. Before facing the camera, you have to get yourself energized. Be sure to fuel your body and mind with proper nutrition. You might want to hit the gym or try a yoga class. It’s important to focus on everything that makes you feel like the best version of yourself. Choose outfits that you like, get your hair done and put some makeup on. Place yourself in an environment that makes you feel confident and strong.
Fake it ‘till you make it!
Are you not used to having all the attention directed at you? Well, you are now, so suck it up and pose. Kidding! But really, the second you decided that you need to do this for your business, the time for feeling insecure went out the window. “Fake it ‘till you make it!” is what they say. Having someone you know take the pictures, given that he/she has the know-how, is a great option to relieve your anxiety. An even better option is to hire a professional. Not only do they know their way around the camera, but they can coach you properly to make you feel and look more confident on camera. Regardless of who is taking the photo, it’s vital to talk to the person behind the camera. Let them know you don’t feel comfortable and why so that they can make adjustments to ease what’s troubling you.
Be your Cup of Tea!
Not feeling beautiful enough? Let’s face it, everyone has different tastes and preferences. There is no way you can be everyone’s cup of tea, but YOU should be YOUR cup of tea. Nobody can teach you to love yourself and accept your flaws, but trust me in this: nothing is as beautiful as someone who knows they are not perfect, accepts that fact, and proudly wears those flaws. Have your hair styled by a professional, hire a makeup artist, get a facial to revitalize your skin, but for heaven’s sake don’t change yourself. You want to let the world see YOU, not somebody else, because you are worthy to be seen. Everybody is.
Learn to like how you look.
Throw away your irrational negative thoughts and conventional ideas of beauty. Stop comparing yourself to others. If you cannot love and accept your present self, you will not be able to love and accept your future self either. Spend some time in front of a mirror getting acquainted with how you look. Change any negative thoughts about your appearance into positive, proactive affirmations. You have the power at any given moment to choose to love your body, so do it. Show your body you love it by nourishing it and moving it daily. Through practicing these acts of self love, you will begin to learn to like how you look at any given moment, and be a hero when finding confidence in front of the camera!
If you want to train yourself to create a positive new habit, check my post on How to Create Positive Habits and Stick to them. You may also want to check this video out where Peter Hurley and psychologist Anna Rowley have devised a simple way to overcome your fear of the camera lens.
If you want to book a photo shoot experience with Sandy and our team at Brio Five, book a call with Sandy. We create a day all about you, so you can feel pampered and absolutely beautiful.