I was told by a hiring manager once that I was overqualified for a role I was applying to. So, I asked her what does that really mean? Her answer was honest. She said, “It’s not that you can’t do the job. It’s that we know you’ll succeed quickly. You’ll master the role fast, probably perform at a high level, and with that comes confidence. And eventually, you’ll ask for more money than what’s in the budget.” What are your thoughts on this? Have you experienced this before?

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I've heard "overqualified" before. I've never had it spelled out so clearly. That honesty is really refreshing. It also makes me think you're going to find a job sooner than later. You're clearly impressing the people you're interviewing with, you just need to find the right opportunity.

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Thanks, that really means a lot. It was kind of a gut punch at first, but you're right, the hiring manager was straight with me, which I actually respect. Usually it's just radio silence or some vague "not a fit" line. I'm trying not to let it mess with my head too much. But yeah, I do feel like I'm interviewing well overall, so hopefully the right thing comes along soon. Fingers crossed. Appreciate the vote of confidence!

You’ll either want more money or leave for a better opportunity soon. My bigger question is, why did they bring you in, already knowing your skills, and not offer something that was a better fit if they have it?

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Your guess is as good as mine. The posting was pretty generic, my resume clearly shows senior-level stuff, but recruiters and hiring managers sometimes cast a wide net hoping for a "bargain" hire; someone with more experience who'll take the salary they're offering. Or maybe they genuinely thought it could work until they met me and realized the gap. It's frustrating, though.

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Companies want to avoid the risk of losing someone too soon. I’ve had a similar experience, feeling like I was held back by my skills. It’s a tricky balance, isn’t it?

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