How can i be over qualified for jobs?

i was made redundant 7 weeks ago, living off benefits now, i am prepared to do any kind of work just to get back into employment, i have applied for over 40 jobs, which i never got, the main feedback i got is that i am over qualified for positions, i just want to work, do i have to lie on my cv and say i have no qualifications, just to get a job!!
i am registered with employment agency's but nothing seems to be happening with them
i just want to work..

You may be a threat to supervisors who fear a know-it-all attitude or, worse, you may be a threat to their own jobs. The interviewer may also be suspicious that you couldn鈥檛 handle your previous higher-level responsibility that鈥檚 why you are opting for a lower position.

Convince the interviewer that the position for which you are applying is right for you at this stage in your life and career.

If you cite increased outside responsibilities, such as a growing family, as a reason for your choosing a new career direction, be sure to emphasize that you still have strong dedication toward accepting challenges and making room for growth.

Also, emphasize your past successes and your strong work ethic. Point out your interest in longevity and stability at this point in your career.

It is natural nowadays to be terminated for redundancy. Companies are constantly downsizing and resizing because of a highly competitive marketplace. Many companies understand your situation and will hire you. You will get a job. Just hang in there and don't lose hope.

Peace and blessings!

Well two choices, aim higher and look for something more challenging, or make your CV more brief, this is not lying, just put down the details relevant for that job.

what job were you made redundant from?

Just be patient a job that is suitable will eventually turn up in the meantime some volunteering will not hurt your prospects ~~

Usually they think you won't stay if you can get another job quickly. They may just be using that as an excuse to not hire you and the problem may be something else. Talk to a local business person and find out how you can best present yourself. You may have some changes to make.

Hi there, well this over qualified s__t is just nonsense. If you are over qualified, the logic would say you could perform the job much better than someone not over qualified, which means you should get the job asap.

Wished I could help more, if you tell us your qualifications, I can give more appropriate advice I guess but not knowing your position, I can't direct you to any specific resource.

go for better jobs and check the job sites on the web.

maybe your backgrounds are just too overwhelming for the job you are applying. Try higher degrees of jobs...c' ', )

As said before - they will worry that you arent going to stay! Just ommit a few qualifications from your CV while you look for stop gap work and then keep looking for jobs where you can use your proper qualifications!

yup i had that happen so i actually tackled someone about it. apparently they feel if you have qualifcations you will bore easier and seek something you are more challenged by very quickly

When they say you're over qualified i think it means that they're scared you won't stay long because you're obviously more than capable of the job... and will leave as soon as a better opportunity comes your way. Its basically discrimination as far as i can see. Its often happened to me when applying for part time jobs and its a complete pain- must be much worse for you. You could cut down your CV or try applying for more senior positions...? Sorry i can't help any further. Its a disgrace, it really is, especially with the amount of moaning that goes on about unemployment levels and people "sponging" off benefits... and companies won't even employ the people that are there! Good luck anyway x

Well if you're over qualified, that suggests that you should be applying for better jobs with more pay and better prospects!

I concur with one of the forum members who suggests that you omit one of your qulifications on the CV. Unfortunately, your rejection by certain employers because you are over-qualified concerns their determination that you would become rather bored quickly should you accept their job offer - which is a bunch of baloney.

Good luck!

The answer is YES!

You won't get a job now as europeans have all the jobs.

Your best strategy is to wait until christmas for a seasonal job!

ok ! i know the fealing ! well ime looking at monster ! they have job also total jobs all on the net just type in ! good luck

aim higher. redundancy sometimes knocks the confidence. if you were in your previous employment a long time, you may not realise for yourself how much more qualified you are as a result. go to Next Step if you have one in your area. they will help your search to widen. remember in your interview, your interviewer wont want you to be stepping into their shoes!!!!!!!!!

Never ever lie. On application forms, there must be a comments spot, or add an extra sheet into which you can write that you know you are over qualified for the position, but you do not want to live off the State and are anxious to take anything. The trouble is that employers will know that this could be temporary only as if something else more challenging turned up you would be off which would have cost them both in terms of money and time.

It's a way of saying that the company thinks that you whould not be interested in staying for long , just using them as a stepping stone to a better paid job