How do you decide if a new potential job is an exciting opportunity to be challenged and learn new things etc vs feeling like you may be under-qualified and the employer made a mistake in wanting to hire you? Do you remind them that you’re lacking in xyz skills but are eager to learn etc so that you know for sure they understand your experience? Is it normal to feel like the new job will be a challenge and you might not know everything (not about their data but just general day to day tasks)?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

It’s called imposter syndrome and it’s very common! I would say if you’ve been honest the whole time and they are making you an offer, take a leap of faith and go for it!

like

I agree! Depending on how many interviews you had (assuming they didn't just randomly call you and hire you) it means you did something to impress them!

You aren't supposed to know everything.

You can learn quickly?
You can seek knowledge and resources to supplement what you know?
You can think and pivot?

Then you're fine.
Always aim to do better.

like

You cannot know everything. Over time, you improve yourself and add to it. Trust yourself and keep learning.

like

Related Posts

Hi everyone - does anyone have any general info on the average compensation for in-house counsel at Cargill? I've done some online research (Glassdoor, Comparably, etc.), but would appreciate additional data points, if possible. Thank you!

like

Threw my remote in the garbage disposal last night...I need to get it together and stop drinking

like

As an MBB analyst, how do I differentiate myself on my app among the hundreds of other MBB analysts applying?

like

Can someone help me on this? Is choosing Fiserv over HSBC/ Citibank advisible?

Post Photo
like

Any intel on Akerman billable requirement?

like

Mid-level M&A associate over here. Thinking I’d like to make the move out of big law but struggling with what my options are. Have no interest in going in-house and staying in a legal capacity - would want to transition into more of a business role. Wondering if anyone can share their experience making that kind of move.

like

Can someone tell the variable percentage part of CTC in Atos Syntel .

like

I need a career coach suggestions?

like

Anyone hiring Security Analyst? I work on completing security assessments. Ping me if you have anything available please.

like

This may be an odd question, but what word do others use to introduce their long term cohabiting partner? Feels weird to say girlfriend/boyfriend when we’re both over 45

How much time will it take for background verification in PWC?

Anyone using readers workshop units of study? How do you support classrooms?

like

Live to work or work to live?

Need likes to activate DM
Thanks :)

like

I checked out AE last week and the workmanship looked shoddy. Soles haphazardly painted on the sides and such. What gives?

Does Novartis have a sabbatical policy?

All I want for christmas is client value creation!

like

I'm glad we have the Biden administration, there's so much more funding for my research than under Trump.

likeuplifting

Zs office Hyderabad eppudu vastadi antaru mastaru

like

How bad is it to leave a job after only several weeks? Another offer came through and benefits are incomparable. I hate to burn bridges.

like

Additional Posts in Tech

GCP cloud engineer associate offer was rescinded by kpmg last minute due to “business needs”. If anyone can refer me to any associate cloud engineering roles preferably GCP please ping me!

like

How do companies now view candidates from Meta?

like

I took 5.5 years to graduate college with a 2.3 gpa (b.a. economics) at b-grade university. Since then I learned to code Python, machine learning and I’ve been working in big 4 tech for 2 years. Do I have good chance of getting into a school like NYU for masters? Or do I have to aim lower?

like

At Visa Inc, is it standard to have a sign on bonus with package?

like

Is it a good idea to tell your manager intentions of leaving?

Recently had my review and it didn’t go how I expected. No raise, no promotion. I expressed disappointment but took the criticism I was given to reach my goal in 6 months or a year.

However, there are a number of issues that bother me enough where I want to move on.

The team I am on is small and I know that when I leave, they’ll have a lot on their hands. I only have a couple of interviews scheduled and nothing is solid yet.

like

I have an excellent resume but tend to be bad in interviews because I'm an awkward guy. Any tips on being less nervous in interviews?

like

Looking for fun ideas for virtual team meetings. I have one every three weeks with my directs (40). It’s such a big meeting that makes it hard to connect virtually. Any suggestions for creating a fun and collaborative team gathering?

like

What’s up with this trend of hiring managers rejecting developers who don’t have FAANG experience on their resume? People in consulting companies also work for clients who handle high traffic and complex architectures. Also, not everyone wants to work at FAANG companies due to moral issues that these big tech companies ignore and blatantly misuse personal data and privacy.

like

Really puts things into perspective. The average human life in weeks (each dot is equal to a week.) With that being said, what are you grateful for this year (52 weeks)?

Post Photo
like

Hey Fishbowl peeps!
Does anyone know of a US based company hiring freelancers based out in Canada (Montreal to be specific) please?
Thanks guys!

like

Anyone jump from GCP to AWS? What’s been your experience?

like

Where does Senior Manager fall in terms of hierarchy at Booking-com (Amsterdam)? What is the expected total compensation for SM role at Booking (Amsterdam)?

like

So I’ve been with FAANG for 5 years (I’m 30 y/o). I’m pretty comfortable with my situation. Got average grades at a good undergrad university, total comp ~300k. I’m debating Ivy League MBA. I don’t think it’ll benefit me at FAANG, but I’d like to start a company eventually. Worth it?

like

Has any gone through the Accenture skills interview for a product owner role who can help provide some insight?

like

For ex Apple employees: if you left because of a better paying job than your current salary - did Apple offer to match it? Or did they let you go?

like

Why do people in tech get paid so much more in America than in other countries? A fresh grad in my area makes $128k base in SF vs. $85k in London vs. $44k in China vs. $39k in India.

like

Hello! I have an upcoming interview with Dell Technologies for the position Data Engineer and Automation Consultant. It's a 30 minute Zoom call interview with the director of Data Engineering team.
1. Can I have suggestions on how to prepare for the interview?
2. Directors in this bowl - what questions will you ask a potential a senior/mid-senior employee in am interview?
3. Dell/Ex-Dell employees, Kindly share your experience working with the company - How is the career growth & WLB

Thanks

like

What types of projects should I work on if I want to transition into a data science role? I have a comp sci background and currently work with large data sets; ensuring quality and accuracy

like

What else can I do to improve my career?

I’m still young (25-28) and don’t feel like I have a lot of room to grow in my career this year and probably next.

Currently a senior software engineer making about 375k per year.
My WLB is good, work is pretty interesting.

What can I do?

It feels like I am just waiting to gain enough years of experience to be better suited for lead and management positions.

likefunny

Looking for new positions in the SaaS world. Would love to know if anyone is hiring. I have 4 years SaaS experience and currently worked in the e-commerce SaaS space for over 2 years

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal