3. Getting Started with Google+

Now that you have an understanding of why the photography industry has quickly adopted the use of Google+, as well as a grasp on the challenges and benefits of having an online presence as a photographer, it’s time to dive in and get started with Google+. As discussed in Chapter 2, it’s important to develop an effective strategy when utilizing Google+ for your photography needs. Several choices are available to you to help you represent yourself and your photography work on Google+, and those choices begin as soon as you sign up.

In this chapter, I’ll walk you through the sign-up process, help you fill out your user information and set up your profile, and clarify the differences between creating a user profile and a Google+ business page. After signing up, I’ll explain the core features of Google+ and make sure you know how to adjust your Google+ settings to suit your needs.