How to Apply for a Job When You're Overqualified

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Now, this was not only informative but so very true and I want to thank you for getting this out to the masses.

Chante'l Boyd of AL 1:30PM March 12, 2012

All good points, Lindsay. Any advice on how one can respond to the recruiter who wants to know why you would be interested in a job that is below your skill level? I've always struggled with an appropriate answer.

Debbie of CO 10:27AM September 02, 2011

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