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Old 04-08-2014, 04:01 PM
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lillamy
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Don't rule anything out.

Two of my three last jobs, I was completely wrong for on paper -- they required competencies I didn't have -- and the third, I fulfilled the minimum qualifications but the learning curve was hellish.

I applied for, interviewed for, and was turned down for at least 20 jobs I was perfectly qualified for, where my education and experience was a perfect fit. When I left my last job, I applied for an almost identical position in another state -- and didn't even get past the first screening.

What I'm saying is -- there seems to be little rhyme or reason to hiring decisions, so don't limit yourself. Stretch, and you may be surprised...
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