This is why you need to develop and use personal networking — to somehow use people you know (and the people they know) to get past the degree-required screening device.
In a related vein, I recently heard from a job-hunting reader who said she saw fewer and fewer ads that included “willing to train.” Employers’ desire to find workers who are ready from day one, no training needed, also shuts out applicants who could do the job given minimal training but know they aren’t perfect as is.
You have to use personal networking to reach and convince hirers you’re capable.
Yes, technology has made jobs more complex. But the skills needed in many jobs can be obtained through associate degrees from community colleges or professional credentialing and licensing programs.
Find a way to tell employers you’re equal to the task.
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