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Are You Overqualified for This Job?

When a hiring manager asks these specific questions, they are trying to determine if you are a good fit for a particular position. By asking this question, the interviewer most likely already realized that you are too qualified for the job you are applying for. Clarify the interviewer’s concerns. Another reason why your hiring manager asks this question is that they do not want you to feel bored with this position or expect a far higher salary than they intend offering, and then look for a different position in another company.

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They want you to grow professionally in this position. Mention in your answer that you are not overqualified but fully qualified. Your experience has helped you develop, allowing you to focus on what's important to you at the moment or the position you're applying for. With a little preparation, you can turn this question on its head and demonstrate the benefits to the company of being given the job, instead of just focusing on why you want it. Hiring managers value honesty and confidence, so be sure to avoid being shy in your responses.

Note - General Tips:

  • Explain how you can grow in this position.
  • You can always customize your answers based on the current circumstances you are in..
  •  Your answer should be targeted towards interviewers' expectations, not your personal needs.
  • Ensure the interviewer knows that you are interested in the long-term potential for this position
  • Highlight your knowledge and experience to showcase your value.
  •  Avoid highlighting the points like:  I need money, I need promotion, I need a job, I want to work in the best location, I've always been interested in your work or company, etc.
  • Talk about how your previous experience has prepared you to deal with the situations you are likely to face when applying for a job.
  • Don’t breeze over the question or your answer in an effort to get the interviewer to quickly move on to the next question.
  • Recognize that you may have more experience or seniority than the job description requires.

Answer:  

No one is over-qualified in any position, because in order to continue life, we need as much knowledge as possible in order to leave a good mark on history. I may be overqualified for this job but qualification is not everything. This position is exactly what I'm looking for because I believe that every challenge teaches a person a new lesson. I am very confident that if I am offered this job, it will improve my skills. My maturity, along with my experience, will enable me to do a terrific job for the company. And I am ready to do well here from the first day.


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