I'm a senior marketing executive but I may need to take a director level role due to health reasons.

I'm a senior marketing executive but I may need to take a director level role due to health reasons. How can I get interviewed for this level of position without being told I'm overqualified or having to reveal my health issues?

I have struggled with interviewing lately because my resume trajectory tells the story of who I wanted to be, but not who I need to be.

Now I'm focused on reaching out to friends and colleagues for introductions, but again, not sure what to tell everyone. I'm worried if they know I'm having issues with confusion, fatigue, pain, etc. they will not want to refer me to others despite our relationship.

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  1. Anonymous

    Sounds like a career coach could help along with a revamp of your resume to help you land in your new sweet spot.

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