I seriously need help!

Been on so many interviews for a Salesforce Consultant role and I keep getting the classic feedback "you came across really well, with good experience and was able to explain the process really well - but they decided to go with another candidate with a bit more experience". Why is there always someone more experienced than me? I know I am really good at what I do but I am seriously doubting myself right now.

I just need someone to trust their guts and hire me!!!

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OP there is always someone more experienced than you until there isn't. Eventually you will be the one beating other people out because of your level of experience. I know exactly how you feel though and it is beyond frustrating. Hang in there and keep applying.

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Thanks for the reassurance!

In a same boat. I do not understand what is going on. This could be due to salary range I mentioned.

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I don‘t know how to answer the salary question anymore. Sometimes a figure will automatically disqualify me cos it’s not within their budget in one organisation, while that same figure will still disqualify in another organisation below its below the pay grade for the role. It’s really crazy out there!

Because the space is comically saturated. There's 3 people with your level of experience per every opening that actually exists.

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Wait till February - the market has not been good all of 2024. Thank god that you did not switch and got laid off

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Where are you in experience level? Entry to early is suuuuper saturated.

Experienced/senior roles are where the reqs are. I’ve had to actively say no to opportunities.

I’d say mid-senior level and right now I am even considering junior roles!

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