Should good looking people add their image to their resume or CV?

by Heisenberg Posted 2012/04/05 10:32:39

Related Topics: Israel, attractive women, Beautiful, Photos, Photo, ADD, Attractive, Image, Applications, Application, University

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	Yes, you should include your image on your CV	31 votes	39%
	No, you should not attach your image to your CV	48 votes	61%

Do you have your image on your resume or CV?

If you do and you are a good looking woman, a study in Israel claims you are making a mistake.

"Attractive women are better off excluding their photos from job applications, an Israeli study has shown, for they are less likely to be offered an interview if recruiters perceive them as beautiful. The reason? Plain old jealousy.

According to a report by The Economist, a study was conducted by Bradley Ruffle at Ben-Gurion University and Ze’ev Shtudiner at Ariel University Centre that looked at what happens when job hunters include photos with their curricula vitae, as is the norm in much of Europe and Asia."

Should good looking people add their image to their resume or CV?

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Flamingolady 2012/04/05 13:19:02

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+6
I was a little ambivalent about this question, but it shouldn't matter how a person looks to do a good job.
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studiobrat BN-0 AFCL 2012/04/11 03:46:51

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+1
Only add a picture if asked to do so.

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Quazimoto 2012/04/10 14:33:53

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+1
What do looks have to do with doing the job you are applying for?

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Jan Nel 2012/04/07 16:31:39

Yes, you should include your image on your CV

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Yes, I ask for it from prospective employees. If they appear unkempt in the pic I advise them to smarten up for the interview, if they are smart in the pic, I expect them to be like that for the interview. By the way, all my employees are smart, that's my company image!!

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Bibliophilic 2012/04/07 05:27:23

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

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For many jobs one's appearance is irrelevant- I should hope that mine is!

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La 2012/04/07 03:34:17

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

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I wouldn't. My appearance has absolutely nothing to do with my qualifications. I've never even seen someone put their picture on a resume. It is not the done thing.

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thermoguy 2012/04/07 03:25:27

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+2
If the job is related to that image importance, by all means. Otherwise, give the required information only. Do not give the social insurance number until hired, the government wants you to pay taxes but protect your identity. Be safe as well and women should always be cautious.

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sandra 2012/04/07 01:00:00

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+2
No, because some people may only be hired because of their looks.

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Temlakos~POTL~PWCM~JLA~☆ 2012/04/06 19:37:57

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+2
Men don't take attractive women seriously as managers and leaders. The time to set them straight on that is at the interview.

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ruthannhausman 2012/04/06 18:54:39

Yes, you should include your image on your CV

+1
If you honestly think it'll make a difference to your getting an interview and not getting one? Heck yeah. But it's your decision, nobody else's. I imagine you could be risking some jealous reaction from a female potential employer, but then she'd react that way after interviewing you anyway. I wouldn't put my picture on my resume, but I think it should be a personal choice, period.

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Tominator 2012/04/06 14:40:34

Yes, you should include your image on your CV

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IF you want to add your picture.... THEN F-ING DO IT! For crying out loud we are still free aren't we?? Unbelievable!

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La to Tominator 2012/04/07 03:36:35

+1
It's not a matter of "should you do it or should you be locked away forever if you as much as think of it". No one is telling people they are banned from doing it. Get away from the "PROTECT MY FREEEEEDOMS" mindset >.> It's not relevant in this context.

The question is asking if you think it is prudent to put your picture on a resume....if that is the sort of thing you would do. If you think that would benefit/disadvantage a person. Now answer again.

:)

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Tominator to La 2012/04/09 00:43:54

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Ok sweetheart. As someone who periodically interviews and hires I think that in certain situations someone could get away with adding their photo to his/her resume. However, it would have to be very tastefully done to not take away from the information contained in the document....... satisfied? :-D

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La to Tominator 2012/04/11 00:05:22

+1
Yes, that's much better. 10/10

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katywon 2012/04/06 04:59:37

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+2
Does anyone here really think you should be hired on your looks. Look at most of the computer geeks of all sexes. Most of them would be kept in a back office. No matter what gender. Although men seem to have the most leeway in the look department for hiring.

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P. Sturm 2012/04/06 02:45:47

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+1
No. An image should never be on a CV unless specifically requested.

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meshell 2012/04/06 02:09:45

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+1
no . being good looking means jack when it comes to a job. if you are not suited to, or have no experience in a certain job, looks wont help. its all good to have something to look at in the workplace, but something strutting her stuff just doesnt get the job done.

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sglmom 2012/04/06 00:36:29

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
NO image should be necessary on any Resume ..
IF your work ethic .. your actual accomplishments can NOT speak for themselves ..
Then you shouldn't even be considered for the position in the first place.

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dekecds 2012/04/06 00:19:53

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

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I said no, though I am familiar with how the Military treats this subject. All officers must have a full body shot photo from the front and side in their fitness report to back up their military accomplishments. This is meant to confirm that they portray the disired image of an officer, and can debunk any claims of physical fitness if they have none (ie; "You reported a 9 minute PT run, but you look like you've been hitting the cheetos a lot...hmmm...let's go for another run shall we?")

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memebev1 2012/04/05 21:25:54

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
I'm safe, LOL

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/06 02:12:21 (edited)

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oh honey, got a modeling job for you if you want it ... lol

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memebev1 to meshell 2012/04/06 04:15:35

+1
I knew my time would come and here it is!!!!

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/06 12:47:56

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your a doll why didnt it come earlier. lol...

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memebev1 to meshell 2012/04/07 17:59:28

+2
I've often wondered LOL

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/08 00:30:26

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well its ok now, your in you lil beauty... lol enjoy your day/night, Memebev1.

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memebev1 to meshell 2012/04/08 01:08:01

+2
Since I have that modeling job, I will sleep well. Thanks meshell, LOL

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/08 01:36:31

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thats good, its not like you need beauty sleep, lol

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memebev1 to meshell 2012/04/08 12:14:09

+1
I just heard I belong to Delta Felta a Guy! No beauty sleep needed for that LOL.

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/11 12:59:45

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sorry dont know who Delta Felta is, but hey you is owned girl..lol

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memebev1 to meshell 2012/04/11 23:52:59

+1
Your missing out when don't belong to a sorority like Delta felta a Guy even though I am now a model (thanks to you) LOL

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meshell to memebev1 2012/04/12 08:37:33

welcome, glad i could help..lol

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blissful 2012/04/05 21:03:14

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
For some job positions you have to send a picture, but to send a picture just cause you can. This is a-bit Much!!..

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BILL 2012/04/05 19:44:47

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
Some over inflated EGOS might think so

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Aqua Surf 2012/04/05 19:43:01

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
It might be a good idea for some but to me, it's in your face pushy.

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Mark 2012/04/05 19:25:31

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+3
Personally I would find it a bit crass. Also (I dont know if I am a lone in this) I find it all to easy to start making assumptions about people based upon their apparance. I would rather just have the raw "facts" of a CV to assess.

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Mike 2012/04/05 19:18:22

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+2
Good idea but could be considered discriminatory

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Sinister Ken Doll™ 2012/04/05 18:54:24 (edited)

Yes, you should include your image on your CV

+2
do whatever you want

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Louis Contreras 2012/04/05 18:52:11

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+4
You never know what the "tastes" of the person viewing your resume are. why give them something that may or may not help them form a positive image of you.

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Fef 2012/04/05 18:45:51

No, you should not attach your image to your CV

+4
Only if you apply for a pole dancing position

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SA to Fef 2012/04/05 18:58:32

+3

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Wolfman 2012/04/05 18:06:36

Yes, you should include your image on your CV

+5
You should include anything on your resume that will help you get a job.

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