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Job-Hunting reach-out to VC from previous fundraising effort for own startup
I have e-mail archive from 1y ago of my reach-out to 65 VCs in London: we had video calls, they might remember me still, who knows.
I want to send a reply/forward message to the same e-mail thread from abc@gmail.com, saying that I am looking for roles within their VC firm. Is that a good idea?
Or shall I just start new email thread and mention how I know them?
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It might appear that way based on past experiences, but this opportunity excites me.
Yes looking at the number of years I have worked in the mining industry,the skill and the experience I have gained in operating wheel Loader for 9 years I can be over qualified.
When preparing for every interview I write a little career story for myself that has the company and the role as a main character. Sometimes it's fiction and sometimes there are elements of non-fiction, you know? So you're looking to gain x skill for y reason, and this job description appealed to you because of its emphasis on that skill. At this point in your life you are looking for a z company that does blah blah blah just like Thiscompany. The story is multi-purpose, and I can tell it a bit differently in response to any flavour of 'why would you want this job'.
I would avoid saying that you're looking for something less stressful. That sounds like you're hoping to coast and not put forth much effort. I'd keep it focused on why the job or the company are attractive to the personal/career growth you envision for yourself.
I really love that idea omg thank you
Because I've heard that this was a great place to work, with room to grow.
I'm looking to get into management within this company.
This company offers a greater compensation package, beyond most others.
I’ve worked for this company, and actually did fixed wind in Midland, TX. It was AMAZING!🤩
Don’t address the comment. Respond like this:
“When I reviewed the job opportunity to work at x company, i was excited. I really like what x company is currently doing and I saw it as an opportunity to expand on my knowledge in x industry. While I may have accumulated good experience in the role of x through out my career - I see that as a win win for both of us. It would allow me to hit ground faster than some while adding valuable input and co-working opportunities for my peers. There is always something to learn. And I am still looking forward to refining my skills in this role.”
It’s best to say that you consider this as a step forward, because you always wanted to to this type of work and you have exactly the skills x, y, and z that are required to be highly successful in this job. Plus you really want to work for this company because of its mission of A and B that align closely with your values and goals.
And then you tell one of your success stories - in STAR format - that provides evidence for what you said. Closing that you are ready to achieve this kind of success for this company and you want to do this for years to come.
It’s important to stay truthful. Experienced interviewers will recognize made-up statements. Getting yourself into a job that is not a fit will hurt you long-term.
If you have any openings in the future, I would like to be considered.
I like how you executed the way of teaching your audience and explained methodically. Great quality to have because it’s hard to find mentors.
then bring up your raging drinking problem, past criminal
history,
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Skilled labor isn't cheap......cheap labor isn't Skilled
Kudos....That deserves a bumper sticker, my friend! These companies that want the world but with the cheapest labor are fooling themselves. They will pay so much more in stress and $ with keeping a tight fist with the company wallet. As the old saying goes....you get what you pay for.
I find it very very interesting that I have applied to over 59 jobs, I have numerous skills in alot of previous jobs for several years. From management, retail, inventory, phones, driving in all weather etc etc. I have been denied all jobs, I may get an email.... however then it tells me they are moving to the next processing stage. I get on the website the next day or two & that job is reposted...... wondering if this website is just bs & just wants my info
Yes that has happened to me several time it's very frustrating. I have just lost my job and looking for admin work, well actually I don't mind working in a shop either I have had a few knock backs and a few zoom meeting fingers crossed I get to the next stage
You say I’m over qualified which makes me qualified. I’m very interested in this position which makes it easy to attend work everyday .
I’ve had this come up, and they seem pretty satisfied when I say that while I’ve had lots of experience in the area they are hiring for (maybe overqualified…), I love doing the specific job they are hiring for, and while I’ve been promoted over this type of role/work on the past, this is what I truly love to do, and I thrive on this type of role.
Now, if you’re truly overqualified and looking to get in the door with the intention of moving up, there are a couple really good responses above, and if you are truly willing to grow with them essentially I’d be honest that you know you’re overqualified, but that your circumstances or experience lead you to focus on this particular role, OR, that as they grow and change (like every company does), they’ll have a better pool of experience for roles that open in the future, and you’ll be ready if and when they need someone who can step up.
Good luck!
Excellent answer!
Perhaps you can say that you want something less stressful but still utilizing your skills
I’m at a point in my life that this is true so not off base. A great response! I’ve actually said something similar recently.
I would ask them to expand on their reasons for saying it then respond with anything that talks of personal growth over prestige.
this is another way of the HR to say your expected salary is above their budget.
You say you enjoy the opportunity to learn new skills.
I'm wary of that answer because being "overqualified" to me means that the skills I have meet or exceed what is necessary for the role. I have an interview tomorrow for a job that they may well think I am overqualified for. I have 20+ years experience in doing it; they may even question whether I'm just going to retire in a couple years. I am going to head it off at the pass if possible by volunteering the reasons why the job appeals. "When I read the job description, I saw both breadth and depth, and that's what I'm looking for in a full-time role. I am not looking for a rung on a ladder. I want to settle in and do what I do. I have missed the synergy of working with a team. So a collaborative approach is critical to what I'm looking for."
Respond why are you bothering to interview me?
Hahaha
This is both a great question and a terrible one.
Why it’s terrible: “Overqualified” isn’t a legitimate recruiting concept — you’re either qualified or you’re not. When a recruiter says that, it usually reflects more on them (and the HR function behind them) than on you. It’s often a sign of a department that doesn’t know how to recognize or leverage talent, which is a red flag in itself.
Why it’s great: You’ve just learned something important without wasting months on the job — if an organization frames deep experience as a problem, it probably isn’t a place where your skills will be valued.
Why not say “if you consider me over qualified, is your company not worthy of my talents and experience?” If a company can’t see that then they aren’t focused on becoming a greater company. Not worth it. Move on.
Maybe something like….”I know that my background may not (literally I have no experience with IV Chemo)include your stro preference for IV chemo experience, my 20 years of various critical care, tele, covid with active chemo pts, my strong knowledge of different surgeries and my training in trauma tjat includes fligot nurse fixed and rotat wing have attuned my knowledge of what a lot of surgeries are and why the pt needs to have the procedure per MD. I feel I have been blessed to have come full Circle to you so that I am another set of critical calm eyes to assist in getting the pat and fami what procedures the loved one needs.
finish my 4 classes to have a BSN. From there I will obtain my MHCA.
I suggest turning the question around a bit and respond “I really appreciate your acknowledgment of my experience, but consider my background to be in sync with what we’ve discussed over these last (X #) of interviews. If you really think I’m “overqualified“, you would be getting a great deal, no?”
You know why you want the job. Just give a polished version of your real reason.
This works great and I agree. Unless the reason is really because you're holding your nose due to lack of better opportunities, that is.