I don’t think you look much different in person than in your header photo. It is a “headshot” after all, and we always look slightly different when you add the whole package together. What do they want you to do? Post a full body picture of you in the header? Now THAT would certainly contribute to the knowledge and education we get from your site, don’t you think? (insert roll of eyes and “julie” sarcasm here) I always choose what blogs to read based on whether or not I can get an accurate image of the blogger.

I emphatically disagree with the statement that your older picture is misleading, especially when being hired to speak or give a presentation. You actually provide those services for my organization and I have to say that everyone is always in awe of the massive amount they learn from you. No one is concerned with your physical appearance (as long as you shower and dress, I’m sure).

As a personal friend and business colleague I say keep your picture in the header as is and give it not another thought. It represents your jovial smile and sincere kindness; your words and posts represent your intelligence and vast information gathering and disseminating skills.

Grr. This subject has really “got my hackles up”. Congrats on the weight loss and keep it up, though! We want you to be as healthy as you can possibly be. I can’t imagine what kind of dynamo you would be like with more energy…..watch out world……

Jules

However, I am concerned that you would call someone out like this in a public post.

This person Mike contacted you, in private, to bring something up and because it “startled” you, that makes it worthy of a post?

What other private emails do you receive and turn into posts? maybe you need a privacy policy on your site?

One of your comments above from Patrick Farrell says “falling prey to trolls that aren’t even posting comments” but I don’t see how a private email is considered being a troll.

Obviously Mike brought up a valid point and you addressed it within this post.

I do agree it’s a little misleading having an older picture as your header. I also agree with why you did it though.

However, what if someone wants to hire you for a talk or presentation and they think they’re getting the guy from your header, then when you show up and look different?

At any rate, good job on dropping weight. Doing daily walks and drinking a lot of water will help.

Also, portion control too. I know it’s hard but you seem like a dedicated person. You can do it. Your readers have faith in you.