Is it fruitless to apply to roles that are a title above mine, knowing I’m slightly under qualified in years of exp? I know a guy prob wouldn’t think twice, but I feel I’ll be laughed at for trying.

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Fake it til you make it. You won’t know, unless you try. I doubt you’d get laughed at, but the worst that could happen is they don’t call you, or say no. Not a big deal. Interviewing, period, is such a valuable experience. I say go for it!

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Fortune befriends the bold

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I just landed a Sr Copywriter job despite only being a CW for two years! Never hurts to try.

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My CDs look at work and years experience vs title when considering applicants. Plenty of times places have different responsibilities for role levels depending on the size of the company.
I’d say go for it!

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