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iweber



Joined: 17 Feb 2010
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Location: Chicago

PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 2:12 am    Post subject: Application photographs Reply with quote

Hi again,

I have noticed a request for photos upon applying to certain places. I wasn't planning on sending photos of me at the bar but is there a certain professionalism expected or can anybody tell me what they possibly would like? Thanks
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runthegauntlet



Joined: 07 Nov 2009
Posts: 92
Location: the Southlands of Korea

PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 2:33 am    Post subject: Re: Application photographs Reply with quote

iweber wrote:
Hi again,

I have noticed a request for photos upon applying to certain places. I wasn't planning on sending photos of me at the bar but is there a certain professionalism expected or can anybody tell me what they possibly would like? Thanks


In general, the more professional, the better. This is a very simple thing you can do which could automatically move you toward the top of the pile.

Assuming you're a guy, solid background, shirt and tie, jacket if you have one. Neatly trimmed facial hair if you sport that, and a hair-do that doesn't look like you dipped your head in canola oil and then rolled out of bed. Girls, err, I dunno about that one.

Looking nice definitely won't hurt and would probably help. Taking pride in your appearance is quite important in some cultures, so dressing the part can go a long way.
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iweber



Joined: 17 Feb 2010
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Location: Chicago

PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 2:44 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks RTG,
I felt goofy but that's what I did. Got dressed in a suit and had my GF take the picture. I didn't know if that was overboard but your info helps.
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tomstone



Joined: 09 Dec 2009
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 5:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

They want to see if you're a Caucasian. Harsh reality.
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naturegirl321



Joined: 04 May 2003
Posts: 9041
Location: home sweet home

PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2010 1:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Blue or green eyes, blonde hair might help you get the job. Sad, but try.
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AjarnIam



Joined: 31 Jan 2010
Posts: 95
Location: Thailand

PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2010 5:31 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'll throw in my 2 baht. Unless your GF is a pro, spend a few dollars on a studio pic. It makes a big difference, and easily recognized.
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caffe



Joined: 12 Mar 2010
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PostPosted: Mon Mar 15, 2010 2:14 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Passport style, business-casual clothes (dressy shirt, shirt/tie for men, nice blouse for women), slightly happy glow (not goofy) and let fate take the rest. Wink
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Tantris



Joined: 27 Jan 2010
Posts: 11
Location: Madrid, Spain

PostPosted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 5:23 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Send a passport photo with you in business/formal dress. Try to look friendly but serious if that is possible.
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