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Tip No. 229 |
Q. I went for an interview and was told that I'm "overqualified." But, since I'm in my seventies, I think that they were really telling me that I'm too old! What can I do? |
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A. If someone says to you, "We think you're overqualified," and you suspect that it's really your age, it may be that he or she is concerned about your health, whether you're truly interested in the job, whether you'll be satisfied working for someone younger than you, and whether you'll be satisfied with a salary that may be less than what you made in the past. Do not discuss the "overqualified" issue. Instead, address their real concerns. Help them to understand that you will not be part of their company medical plan. You have Medicare and Medicaid. Help the person to believe that you are enthusiastic about the job, by showing how your strengths can significantly contribute to the success of the position and also to the organization as a whole. Show that you are motivated, and that research has shown that older employees are often more responsible and dependable. Emphasize the fact that the organization is getting added value by hiring you. |
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