Last week, I discussed the importance of carefully reviewing the qualifications in job postings before deciding to apply. But what do you do when you do not see any jobs for which you are qualified?
Gabe A. wrote: “You say minimum years is often less negotiable, but I’ve had other people tell me otherwise. I have an advanced degree but only two years of relevant professional experience. My frustration comes from many seemingly entry-level positions that require five years of experience. I’ve generally applied for those positions anyways, but my zero success rate leads me to think that you might be correct. What do you suggest?”
To break down the many facets of this issue, I think it’s important to examine why organizations have these strict requirements and then look at how to overcome them.