Overcome the label of OVERQUALIFIED!!

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   Overqualified is the word which is used by the interviewers to tell you that you are not fit for the current job. It is the label that hiring managers put on job seekers who have too many years of experience, too much education, too highly paid in the previous job. Yes it is the label that every job seeker fears- Being Overqualified. SeekCareerz.com is here to tell you the tactics to fight the label of being overqualified.

1. Let your recommenders speak for you- What your recommenders say about yourself is much stronger than what you say about you. So find someone within that organization to speak up and make the first pitch for you.
2. Take the salary off the table- Tell them that you are flexible to the salary and you can work on any salary you are given.
3. Emphasize teamwork and personality- Demonstrate an example which shows them that you are a team player and you're going to get along with the people of their company.
4. Financial advantages to the company- Demonstrate some examples to tell them that if they hire you, you'll financially increase the revenue of the company. You can use your previous company's example, how you worked hard and increased the revenue to a good extent.
5. Loyalty- This is a quality a person must have. Assure them that you'll stick to the company in good times and bad times as well. Hence you'll be able prove your loyalty.
6. Show interest, admiration, and enthusiasm- A positive attitude and a passion for work always wins the hearts of hiring managers. Tell them that you are passionate and you'll do anything for the company.
7. Address the interviewer's concerns enthusiastically- Understand what your interviewer want, address all their concerns positively. Explain how you can grow in this company.

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⏰ Last updated: Jan 21, 2016 ⏰

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