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Guide to Chinese Resume Photos

The new trend that is being set all over the world, at least as far as the Chinese corporate sector goes, is

the addition of photos to resumes. Photos are a value addition to your resume. A simple photograph can say

a lot of things about you to your prospective employer, even without going through the entire CV. Here, we will discuss the specifications for attaching

your photos.

Does this mean that you can take any random photo of yours and stick it to

the resume? Absolutely not. Most Chinese experts now advise that you do not have to put the photos with

breath-taking scenery, colourful backgrounds, or ones that you took on a safari trip. They need to know

that you are a dedicated professional and are willing to work for the

betterment and achievement of both your goals and that of the company

One single photo can determine whether you get invited for an interview.

There are many companies which have no formal dress

codes, and have a casual and relaxing working environment. This is what happens inside the company. You would still have to present a formal outlook if

you seek to enter the company. Especially in China, they

appreciate highly professional people.

Professional Looking

The more professional you look, the higher the chance of landing an interview. The interviewers do

not like to waste their time on people who come across as disinterested or inept from their point of

view. A professional looking person stands out from the list with the “responsible person” vibes that such

photos give out. A suit with your tie impeccable is good for men. Women have to consider going for conservative business suits. These are an added

advantage and supplement your resume.

Clean Shaven for Men

You may like having a beard. That is fine. Nobody’s has anything against it personally. But if you want to be taken very seriously, clean shaven is the way to go.

Every interviewer looks for an applicant who who may fit their company image. And, every company, by default, claims to be highly professional and this

influences their choice.

This is especially true for companies who have a lot of interaction with the general public, like governmental organizations, hospitals among others. Though if you are looking for IT jobs, facial hair do not matter much.

But, at the same time, you should keep it clean and trimmed.

Hair Style

One of the must consider area is your hairstyle. The rumpled hair look, spikes, and other styles only serve to scream unprofessional. Coupled with a suit, they may even look weird, to say the least. You may have acne issues, or have a lot of freckles adorning your

skin, but that is no reason to cover your face with hair.

It is imperative that the employer is able to see your whole face clearly. Therefore, do not hide your face.

Do remember that the majority of the corporate world is and will be conservative.

Display of Emotions

These are some general rules of the thumb, when you want a picture where you look professional. Why is

display of emotions in a picture important? One of the factors that influence hiring is your personable and

approachable look. If you have the friendly but strict aura, your job is done.

Every employer appreciates and values employees who can keep their thought and emotions with

themselves and not share unless solicited. A controlled display of emotion shows your capacity to

think before you act. Come across as an engaging personality for the best result. Wear minimal make

and look more natural.

Type of Photos

The recommended type is a passport photo. Please avoid portrait and landscape shots. Bigger photos do not equal to better opportunities. Take a close up of

your face, the photo covering only up to your shoulder. This allows the focus to be on your face and

its features.

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