Today's topic in Job Strategy Group was how to address being overqualified and / or underqualified

1. Over / Under Qualified
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2. Underqualified

3. Underqualified
 Credible referral – internal / external builds credibility
 Accomplish results in short period of time – you’ve done the work
 Untraditional training that you will bring to complement the mission
 Demonstrate competencies using SCAR stories
 Stay tuned into your strengths
 Know the unique value you bring – what sets you apart from the rest
 Articulate transferable skills – in resume / interview / results
 Know how you are a value to them / bottom line $$, #, measurables
 Clarity of your “why” work / life values – eases their concerns
 Benefit to them due to you being a good fit -

4. Overqualified

5. Overqualified
 Apply for the “right” job with a company that values talent
 Do your homework on the culture, company, industry
 Emphasize youthful forward thinking qualities
 View yourself as a resource in a support role if appropriate
 Tailor SCARS to demonstrate results without overstating experience
 Speak to the multigenerational workforce
 Clarity on your “why” values, skills, desire
 Be coachable and trainable
 Network well with decision makers and people who are like minded
 Be up to date in what they expect from you

6. Address the concern
 Ask good questions to uncover what they are concerned with….
 Is there any reason you wouldn’t select me for this position?
 What are some positive beliefs and responses you can have when told:
 You are overqualified
 You don’t have the qualifications they are looking for

7. Focus on the future