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2. 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.

3. 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

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

5. 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.

6. Professional Looking

7. 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.

8. Clean Shaven for Men

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. Hair Style

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. Display of Emotions

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. Type of Photos

18. 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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