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We are asking for eight years of industry experience and you have just five. Why do you think you are qualified for this position?
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
To many employers, the number of years of experience is flexible - so long as you have the results to show for the years that you do have. Showcase your experience and work ethic by coming prepared for your interview by doing your homework on everything related to IBM and on yourself and meditating on how to align the two. Even IBM's recruiters state, "The candidates who do their homework and come prepared for the interview always impress me. Make sure to do the research about the role you apply for. Your preparation will be noticed and set you apart from the other candidates." This question presents an opportunity to sell yourself. Talk to the interviewer about your major career successes. Go in with confidence and be comfortable being yourself.
Kimberly is a freelance writer and editor with a decade of experience in the education field, including her time as a pre-kindergarten teacher.
"Although I have five years of experience instead of eight, I can do this job well. In my previous role, I outperformed colleagues with 12 years of experience. It's all about drive and the ability to be a quick study. I have all of these qualities and more."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"Along with my five years working in the IT industry, I have worked in related industries my entire career, such as telecommunications and securities. Also, I hope that my graduate degree gives me a little boost in experience over the required undergraduate degree."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"Well, I often advance beyond my peers and am skilled beyond my years. I graduated high school when I was barely sixteen and earned my bachelor's when I was nineteen. My track record has been consistent and steady with my last job as well, and I feel confident I have the equivalent experience of someone who has ten years."
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