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numerouno
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PostPosted: Thu Sep 25, 2008 10:47 am    Post subject: Re: Inclusion of a photo with your Resume or Curiculum Vitae Reply with quote
numerouno wrote:
There is a great little snippet on this very topic at the bottom of the http://www.progressenterprise.com home page. Well worth a look.

In most cases a photo is redundant, but remember that not every employer is a major corporation with a huge HR section. Small business is populated by people, each with their own likes and dislikes.

Just make sure the photo is of an appropriate size (no bigger than passport) if you are going to use one.


The article has moved... try http://www.progressenterprise.com/articles/Inclusion_of_photo.htm instead.

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PostPosted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 10:21 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
I generally agree with what's been written above.

Teaching English in China, I found this post useful with regards to local practices. http://teachstudychina.com/including-a-photograph-on-your-cv-or-resume
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PostPosted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 3:17 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
In most cases, including a picture with your resume is not necessary. Unless you are applying for a job where your looks are vital (actor, model, etc.) leave the picture off.

Unfortunately, there are still a great deal of people who discriminate against faces (even beautiful ones) and names in some cases. Why give them the chance to judge you before you even set foot in an interview? You should be judged first on your accomplishments in past jobs.

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PostPosted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 12:39 pm    Post subject: Video CV's Reply with quote
Has anyone thought of using multimedia CV's? I know it may seem a different concept but do you think that in the Credit Crunch that video CV's may make you stand out above the rest??

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PostPosted: Sun Jul 12, 2009 8:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
I like the idea of a video Ben, I think it would really make you stand out, it shows a bit of ingenuity.

I guess it depends on the employers though, some won't care for it but for others it will make you stand out from the crowd.

Have you already tried this? If so what success did it have?
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PostPosted: Fri Jul 31, 2009 7:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
KA wrote:
In most cases you shouldn't.

If you are asked to send a photo, then do so.


I would copy this. Posting a photo on a resume is not expected by default. So you should send it or post it only if you are asked to, otherwise don't.
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 3:17 pm    Post subject: Use this if you want to use a picture. Reply with quote
Its pretty cool. They give u a website with your name in it like yourname dot info


www.InteractiveResume.net
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