Whether you are a recent college graduate or simply looking to find a new job, no one really enjoys the job search. Even when the opportunity pops up to apply to your dream job, there’s still some reluctance. The truth is, no one wants to face the question, “What am I actually qualified for?”
If you’re like most job seekers, you skim the bulleted list of qualifications, including the skills you need to perform the role and how experienced they expect a top contender to be. These lists can be daunting and may deter you from applying for jobs you think you are underqualified for.
I’m here to tell you times have changed and so should how you look at job descriptions. Here are three reasons to apply for that dream job, even when you don’t meet all the listed requirements.