Research says that 70% of employers will look at candidates’ personal social media profiles when evaluating them for hire. Rather than allowing your social media presence to shape an employer's initial perception of you, take control of that first impression by incorporating a profile picture on your Picsume.

Some countries have already legally mandated pictures on resumes, hinting at a gradual change to becoming an industry standard. Furthermore, don't worry if the photo isn't professional-grade; focus instead on ensuring it presents you as a 'professional' individual whom an employer would be pleased to hire.