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Counsel Cast

Karin Conroy

[Counsel Cast Chambers] Your Law Firm's Image Problem

MAY 19, 20267 MIN
Counsel Cast

[Counsel Cast Chambers] Your Law Firm's Image Problem

MAY 19, 20267 MIN

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In this Counsel Cast Chambers episode featuring John Demato, the discussion highlights common visual branding mistakes, especially the use of disingenuous stock photos that look fake and erode authenticity.It emphasizes creating consistent, strategic visual storytelling across a firm’s website, social media, and media kits by mapping how the firm wants to be perceived and what personality traits to convey.Listeners are urged to audit current imagery against five desired perception words and five personality aspects, then replace mismatched images from an existing library or hire a photographer. Photo updates are recommended during rebrands, life or appearance changes, business transitions, or when losing close “50/50” client decisions.John gives listeners actionable tips on:00:00 Why Photos Lose Clients00:57 Authority vs Casual Imagery01:46 Build Consistent Visual Story01:55 Plan Your Visual Strategy02:25 Show How You Work02:55 Why Stock Photos Fail03:52 Trust and Authenticity Gap04:42 Perception Personality Audit06:02 When to Refresh PhotosConnect with John here:https://www.instagram.com/dematophoto/https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndemato/https://www.facebook.com/DeMatoProductions/https://www.johndemato.com/Connect with meInstagramPinterestFacebookTwitterKarin on TwitterKarin on LinkedInConroy Creative Counsel on Facebookhttps://conroycreativecounsel.com