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I write a detailed cover letter and try to highlight the qualifications I do have, as well as (with a more detailed description of my work history) demonstrate my ability to learn (e.g. how with every role I've stepped into I have had to learn unfamiliar processes on the job). It's also important to demonstrate your enthusiasm for the company: you may not match the exact qualifications, but there's something about the company that particularly draws you to apply.
If I really really want the role, I try to learn what I can and mention that I'm actively learning [whatever it is] in my cover letter as well.
This is what I've been doing. No idea if it's worked, yet, though, because the job market is awful and I'm not sure they're even reading cover letters.
If they don't accept cover letters, or I don't care enough, sometimes I'll just take a shot in the dark and apply on the off chance I can at least land an interview.
I also pay attention to posted salary ranges and the job description: if it sounds like they're very learning-focused (i.e. they do expect you to learn quite a lot on the job) or if the salary range is really wide (suggesting they're accepting a wider range of prior experience), then I feel I have a better chance.
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In today's job market people are getting ignored who meet all the qualifications, it is flat out a waste of time to apply for roles that you think you can grow into. It has nothing to do with how good an employee you might be, fact is of the hundreds of applicants several will be a perfect match and there will be no need to consider the "might be a good candidate" options.
The only way this works is when someone has a reference who has a good direct relationship with the hiring manager, and even then they are more likely to pick a fully qualified candidate.
I apply if I can do at least 70 percent of the role. If it’s freelance 90 percent. Because the more you match the job descriptions experience is ideal. Also, it helps with getting the higher end of the salary negotiations etc. I also believe ATS or AI filters like this as well.
I agree with going after it with 70% or more of qualifications. It's pretty hard to hit much higher for most jobs
Rising Star
It depends if you’re applying to an internal role within your company or somewhere else. Is important to look what you’re lacking on whether is a ‘required’ skill or a nice to have.
Internal is much simpler, you can reach out directly to the recruiter and hiring manager with a cover letter or email expressing your genuine interest and steps you’ll take to meet the requirements you’re lacking.
External is somewhat similar if you know who the recruiter is. Have a phone call with that person and highlight the same I mentioned above. If not a cover letter should do it.
Good luck to you!
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Well you certainly won't get if you don't apply. Take a chance but adjust your expectations.
I went on many of interviews for infrastructure roles that said they wanted Agile skills. When i get in the interview they confess they barely do agile or don't do it all.
You will never know if they are looking for everything or most of the things. I think many jobs would get filled if they did take account the persons ability to learn.