Your current headshot is either selling for you, or silently costing you five and six-figure opportunities.

If you’re a founder, executive, keynote speaker, or rising thought-leader, you can’t afford to look average online. Your face is your digital handshake, and right now:
	•	❌ A five-year-old selfie is undercutting your authority.
	•	❌ Inconsistent visuals are confusing investors, event planners, and recruiters.
	•	❌ A stiff, “school-picture-day” portrait is making you seem unapproachable.

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The Problem I Solve

Most high-achievers know their work speaks volumes, but their image whispers the wrong story. They need a headshot that conveys confidence, credibility, and genuine connection in under one second.

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The Top-Tier Solution

I combine expression coaching, cinematic lighting, and brand strategy to create photographs that shout: “This is the leader you’ve been looking for.”
	•	Guided Confidence – I coach you into natural, powerful expressions, even if cameras make you panic.
	•	Brand Alignment – Every frame is mapped to your speaking topics, values, and target audience.
	•	Luxury Experience – From wardrobe prep to same-day image selection, you’ll feel like you’re on a VIP set, not in a photo mill.

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Proof That It Works
	•	A recently laid-off client landed her dream job within weeks—her new headshot was the first thing the hiring board mentioned.
	•	One author’s portrait became her book cover, driving sold-out speaking engagements and a spike in sales.
	•	60% of my new business comes from inbound referrals, because powerful images travel fast.

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Ready to Own Your First Impression?
	1.	Book a 15-minute discovery call → calendly.com/toptierheadshots
	2.	Get a personalized shoot plan that aligns with your goals.
	3.	Walk away with images that open doors while you sleep.

I have limited monthly spaces available. Reach out to book your spot.

Photographer | Author | Entrepreneur

Daniel Wakefield

Starting the year with a BANG!

TRADEMARKED!

Top-Tier Headshots is back in town, and we’re ready to put the pedal to the metal.

Headshot Photographer and First Impression Architect | Helping founders, executives, and keynote speakers elevate their game | People connector | Best-Selling Author | Published wildlife photographer

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I have been getting SO many requests for headshots for this reason: 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• A company announcing a new employee or leader
• A person announcing a new role
• A founder launching a company
• A person getting featured in something
• A company announcing a rebrand

And when this happens, people are telling me they don’t want to look average.

They want to look exceptional.

Because who wants to blend into the masses? Who wants to look like “school picture day”?

Thankful to be able to help each new person and business make that announcement like a BOSS.

P.S. We’re back into the newsletter this January with some fresh insights and hot takes on personal brand development. Comment “GO” if you want in!

FIVE YEARS.

We filed the LLC on January 11th, 2021.

I also threw in my very first LinkedIn post....I had to go WAYYYY back to find this one!

These five years have been an absolute whirlwind. Ups and downs. Wins and setbacks. Sometimes one step forward and two steps back. Sometimes one step back and ten steps forward.

I don't think it's any secret that this platform has been a huge part of the growth and success. I truly couldn't have done it without all of you. 

So THANK YOU!

The next five years should be......interesting 😉

BIG THINGS are in store!

Big shoutout to Max Riehn for making me look wayyyyy cooler than I am.

And if you scrolled to that last image.........after five years, can I take a nap already???

If I was writing a bad cold outreach DM to spam your inbox, it would sound like this:

“Hey there! I was checking out your profile and noticed your headshot is REALLY bad. Did you swipe it from your high school yearbook? Certainly doesn’t make you look like a pro. The good news? I can help! When do you want to get started?”

(How’d I do, Seth Turnoff?) 

If I had a dollar for every DM I get like this from people “just wanting to network,” I think I could easily retire 😜

What’s a BAD cold DM example from YOUR industry?

I recently got to work with the amazing Aniley Perez. And let me tell you….she is serious about helping her clients.

Aniley is a Risk Advisor with Eastern Insurance Group, where she partners with organizations to protect their employees, assets, and reputation through risk control and proactive stewardship. Her approach is grounded in leadership, people risk management, and driving accountability.  

Specifically, she loves helping clients in the construction industry. 

She’s also a member of CREW Fort Lauderdale Boca Raton, and is making a big impact there.

Go follow her!

I knew David R. Carothers, CIC, CRM, CWCA was going to use my photos on the cover. I had no idea I was going to get such an incredible shoutout on the inside.

David, this is exactly the kind of thing I love to help people with. Thank you for giving me the privilege of being a part of it.

AND let me tell you….if you have anything to do with sales, you NEED to read this. I’ve made it a part of my daily routine. Even though it’s focused on the insurance space, the principles contained are so valuable for anyone doing sales.

Go grab a copy!

Grayson Carothers, CWCA

It’s always a privilege to have Karen Ross, EA in front of my camera, whether it’s photo or video.

I can’t WAIT for you all to see what The Daily Drip has planned for this 😁

Nicole Mastrangelo Vildosola 
Romi Wallach

Peter C. Leighton, 27 years of proven experience as a trusted advisor in the fields of business development, client relations and marketing. He has earned a South Florida professional reputation as an expert on adult development, senior care, the elderly, aging in place and special needs clients. Peter serves as Client Relationships Specialist at PLR CPAs, South Florida’s premier full-service accounting firm. The boutique firm handles tax services, business services, bookkeeping and corporate tax preparations. He has been recognized by mid-level management peers in 2007, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019 and 2020, 2025, as Network Professional of the Year inside Business Network International. Peter served as a volunteer corporate trainer and ambassador for BNI-Miami 2008 to 2021, training 2500 plus local small business CEO's and C-Level managers on word-of-mouth marketing techniques, brands and how to make more money. He served The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce 2010-2018, as BNI Chamber Ambassador. Peter has served on the boards of The Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walks and Impact Broward for a combined 13 years. Peter is State of Florida, Dept. of Elder Affairs and The Agency for Health Care Administration, C.O.R.E. trained to manage assisted living communities. He is a Florida State approved Health Care Instructor for Continuing Education Courses (CE-215). Peter is Certified in Mediation by the State of New York. In 2020, Peter was appointed by his senior care peers and lawyers to the Board of Directors, Broward County Guardianship Association. In 2021, Peter joined forces with Florida Business Leaders, 2023, BNI Broward, and in 2025 Prime Time. He launched BDPros in 2025. Previous to his career in CPA circles, he held roles in law firm business development and senior care. Peter served Higher Education administration and faculty roles for 12 years. He worked at Arizona State, R.I.T. & FIU. He holds a M.S. Ed. in Higher Education from Florida State University, specialty in group leadership and dynamics and a B.A. degree, Psychology, emphasis in Counseling, from The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Seven years of proven law firm marketing, branding and intentional relationship connecting, resulting in $6.9 million gross revenue to the bottom line of one law firm with 14 attorneys. 

"Peter is one of the most honest and true people in this industry. He knows the business well and probably one of the most knowledgeable too. You can take his word." Gary Haft, JMH Advisors, July 2022"

Peter's word is his bond." George Braddock, CLTC, July 2022

Peter Leighton M.S. Ed.

What a lovely downtown Fort Lauderdale venue filled with great professionals in varied Construction & Engineering roles. FLDCP Florida Design and Construction Professionals 1st event of 2026! The views stunning on a roof top, 6 stories in the air. The room packed and full of synergistic relationships with 60 of us. FLDCP continues to grow on Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. and me. Brett Landsman, Treasurer, FLDCP 2026. 

Our CPA/Tax/Accounting firm has a deep verticals in construction businesses and Surtees / Bonds for 40 years. We understand construction! Most CPAs do not understand GCs and Sub Contractors - we do. 

Lauren Joy Baranowski Barbora Kassdikian Jay Weaver Arthur Palermo, Jr. Karen Ross, EA David A. Strauss Maggie Krebs Alex London Phil Kaiser Angelina Miller Lina Ramanauskas Bruce Guckert, Jr. Katia Lobo Brittney Armstrong Tamer Nicola Yamilet Strauss (Ramirez) Robert Vetere Jose L. Lobo, AIA Alex Saiz Griffin Morris Damon Ricks Paul Weinberg Hanna F. Khouri, M.S.C.E., PMP Sherry Overton Steven Cunningham

#relationships #building #construction #accounting #tax #generalcontractors #tax #bonds #surties

Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed.

Client Relationship Management, Palermo, Landsman & Ross, PA - South Florida’s Premier Full Service Accounting Firm

My Wednesday - A day in Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed.’s Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. life:

645 am Prime Time Fort Lauderdale - your Network is your Networth Prime Time Business Network  

“My (BOD) Board room”

1145 am BDPros - South Florida, education by Traci Miller, Miller Construction Company  

“Sharpen your Saw” with business development skill sets 

4 pm - CASF “Meet the Contractors” in Miami - PLR has a vertical in Construction Accounting and Bonds/Sureties

“Stay visible and credible” with your influencers

Greenspoon Marder LLP Business Development Professionals (BDPros) David Sheir Michael Welch Michelle R. Fishman, Esq. Erin Farrington Finlen Newell Chavis Guy Cleveland Gary Anzalone Robert Vetere Martha "Michelle" Nave, FSCP® Joseph Gaspari Samantha Steinberg Uri Yudewitz Steve Johnson David Griffin, CPFA® Nicole Ferreira Jenn Davis, MBA Elizabeth Spikes, LC Marlene FishbeinFelicia You Justus Martin Mo VillagranClaudia Fernandez, SHRM-SCP, ACC Doug Cohen Jason Loeb Jason Beukema Christopher P Ramey (next up Feb 19 in FTL) Karen Ross, EA Brett Landsman Arthur Palermo, Jr. Eric Mannis 

#bdpros #businessdevelopment #alwayslearning #accounting #success

Leading Peers Fort Lauderdale today was invigorating for listening to new shared C-Suite perspectives and learning new CEO strategies. 100 local business owners and entrepreneurs packed the Tower Club 30 floors on the skyline to draw out successes, failures, on going challenges and their visions for 2026! Gold nuggets of learning were popping up at every table for 2 hours of motivation. Notes taken. 

Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed. Arthur Palermo, Jr. Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. CPAs are privileged to be engaged with such talented professionals. 

Thank you Leo Popik David Sanderson Michael Schunk, Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Marco Sousa Adam Von Romer Steve Portnov MBA-HC, EMTP Alexa Rosario Ivelices Thomas Michael Kessel, CFP®, AIF® Nidia Skokanic Karen Ross, EA Brett Landsman Joel Bruno Manual Stahl  

Integrity / Empowerment / Clinet Centered / Collaborative / Alignment

Golden Nuggets shared for new found learning! 

Traci Miller Miller Construction Company educates a room of 30 Business Development professionals at our monthly educational seminar for Business Development Professionals (BDPros) - South Florida chapter. We are the first of its’ kind in Miami / Broward and WPB. 

Traci inspired us with her 32 years of experience in the construction industry; building projects such as City Furniture, Signature Grand, auto dealerships, Nova Southeastern University buildings and many iconic sites. 

High quality business development professionals is who we seek to help them with “sharpening their saw” skills resulting in more success! If you want to join our journey, simply message Peter, Guy or Newell below. We’d like to get to know you. 

Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed. Newell Chavis Guy Cleveland Gary Anzalone Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. Karen Ross, EA Arthur Palermo, Jr. Brett Landsman Jason Loeb Doug Cohen Jason Beukema Eric Mannis

#businessdevelopment #bdpros #education #covey #sharpenyoursaw #lifelonglearning

The embodiment of the American Dream. 

Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed. Manual Stahl Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. were guests of Tripp Scott, P.A. Henny Lawrence Shomar Rachel B. Chaimowiz, Esq., LL.M. Paul Minoff Ed Pozzuoli to learn from Dr Ben Carson, MD and former Cabinet chair, U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, during the Trump administration. Conservative National Prayer breakfast keynote. 

The room was packed with 150 legal professionals and the energies were infectious. 

We actively listened and learned - 

Dr Carson was one of eight African American Neurosurgeons on planet earth when he started his medical practice. Seek to love your neighbor and not cancel your neighbor upon disagreement. The vision behind American Cornerstone - common sense solutions vs. groupthink. One has a choice - eat whole foods versus convenience foods in America. Make learning fun again!      

Thank you Tripp Scott for the unique opportunity. Karen Ross, EA Arthur Palermo, Jr. Brett Landsman Joel Bruno Heidi Armstrong Porritt U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Integrity / Empowerment / Collaboration

To ALL of my 13,800 LI connections, especially in “the 305” Miami, lets meet up face to face Feb 26, 2026 in Lil Havana, 615pm to 830pm. 

“Lil Hanava Nights”

Open article: Sunset Connect Miami Q1 2026 · Luma by luma.com

Business Development Professionals (BDPros) South Florida, we are so Excited to Learn from you on Jan 21, 2026! Join us for inspiration. 

Guy Cleveland Gary Anzalone Newell Chavis Joseph Gaspari Marc Roberts Nicole Ferreira Eshe Moncrieffe

Building Relationships, Building Buildings

I haven't had a conversation like this in a long time, so I'm really looking forward to lunch with the BD Pros on January 21!  If you want to meet some like-minded industry professionals and share strategies on being the best representative of yourself and your business, pack your lunch and join me!

Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed.

@Martha M Leighton & Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed. On a Call with Children's Harbor, Inc. CEO Tiffani Dhooge 🌻 being notified that Martha has won the Celebrity Cruises, Inc. 7 Day Luxury Cruise. 

What a way to start 2026 on day 5! 

We are so grateful and blessed.

Karen Ross, EA Children's Harbor, Inc. Board Chair. Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. altruism.

During our Holiday Unwrapped campaign, our community came together to create moments of joy and possibility for the children and teens in our care.

As part of this season of giving, every contribution was entered into a luxury cruise raffle, and we’re excited to congratulate Peter C Leighton M.S. Ed. and Martha M. Leighton as the winners of a seven-day Celebrity Cruise.

We’re especially grateful to Celebrity Cruises for partnering with us to make this moment possible. Thoughtful collaborations like this help turn generosity into meaningful experiences, while also bringing joy to the children we serve every day.

Thank you to everyone who gave, supported, and helped make the holidays brighter for our kids and teens. We look forward to continuing this work together in 2026.

I have a Goal for Feb 5, 2026 615pm to 830pm and I need your help! Sunset Connect downtown Fort Lauderdale. 

Let’s fill the room with quality professionals from Prime Time Business Network, FLDCP Florida Design and Construction Professionals, Business Development Professionals (BDPros), BROWARD COUNTY GUARDIANSHIP ASSOCIATION INC Broward County Bar Association The Daily Drip  

Registration below. 

Braulio Rosa, David Sheir Esther Deutsch, MSW Jason Gonzalez Karen Ross, EA Brett Landsman Arthur Palermo, Jr. Palermo, Landsman & Ross, P.A. Diana Castrillon Rami Smidi Joel Bruno Elena Blose Adam Von Romer Michael Rajtar Doug Cohen Jason Loeb Newell Chavis Guy Cleveland Gary Anzalone Romi Wallach Nicole Mastrangelo Vildosola Stacy Sagel Traci Miller Christopher P Ramey Tiffani Dhooge 🌻Children's Harbor, Inc. The IDDeal Foundation Henri Crockett The Crockett Foundation  

#businessdevelopment  

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Kick off the new year with an unforgettable evening at Sunset Connect - Fort Lauderdale!
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📅 February 5, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM   
📍 Fort Lauderdale, FL

Registration is officially open - and spots are filling up fast.
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