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[quote=Anonymous]Some roles are tough to fill. So yes, if we’re hard up for candidates we will look at someone junior or with less experience. Never let a Job Description experience requirement hold you back. Apply for the role if you meet 60% of the criteria. I’m talking to you Women who experience imposter syndrome. Statistically men will apply if they meet 50% of the job description. Women will hold out until they meet all the criteria. (Which is why we have so much work to do!).

For the early career folks, keep reaching for the next level. You’re too young to go lateral and you won’t be satisfied if you do. With junior candidates, the conversation behind closed doors goes like this. Well, how junior was s/he? ... are they coachable? Are they willing to learn? Do you (hiring manager) have time to coach / help / guide him her? How long would it take to close the gap (is it 6 months or 2 years)? The thing is, you just don’t know how they are perceiving your candidacy... you might be ‘a great potential talent, just a little too junior’ or ‘completely wet behind the ears, no f’ing way’.... just keep reaching and applying, the interview practice is good. Also if a role is posted for more than 100 days, we aren’t finding the right candidate, so you have a better shot. [/quote]

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