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[–] running_ragged@lemmy.world 60 points 2 days ago (2 children)

A lot of times places like that won’t look at you if you’re overqualified, because they don’t want to spend the time and effort to train you, knowing or expecting you to be looking elsewhere from day 1.

[–] cattywampas@midwest.social 26 points 2 days ago (1 children)

That's why you lie on your resume if you're applying for a job you're overqualified for

[–] Fredselfish@lemmy.world 15 points 2 days ago (6 children)

Correct currently working at Walgreens as a shift lead. Bullshit resume and bs my way through the interview. Even didn't start until I passed my P&C license exam. Just waiting on a license then I can apply at good paying jobs. Its tough and retail sucks. But got to pay the bills and do what got to do to survive.

[–] sunzu2@thebrainbin.org -2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

That comment has a strong boomer vibe.

[–] tetris11@lemmy.ml 17 points 2 days ago (1 children)

a bit uncalled for, they're reporting what they see and asking for more info to validate/invalidate it. That's someone who's willing to have their mind changed

[–] sunzu2@thebrainbin.org -3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

The "anecdote" is tell tale sign

In my area they are hiring every where! Get a min wage job and work your way up!

[–] tetris11@lemmy.ml 8 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

People do genuinely live in different bubbles through no fault of their own. Consider how well off you are from your GenZ compatriots, a difference you might not see but that they definitely do.

Those asking for information to expand their scope shouldn't be chastised for it