Hello FairyGodboss and members,

8 Comments

1. Sarah Cleveland, SPHR, ACCApril 29,2022 at 12:59AM UTC

   In this market, I would advise applying (and networking to get your application viewed!) even if you don't have the full qualifications. Helping the team understand that you are working toward those qualifications is important - but often while there is a labor shortage, companies are sometimes open (not always, but sometimes!) to hiring a candidate who is on the path to meet those qualifications quickly. Bonus is that sometimes they may offer to help pay for some of the program / certifications, etc - this could be a good bargaining chip if they are open to negotiation during the offer stage.

2. AnonymousApril 29,2022 at 2:11AM UTC

   Thanks for your thoughts on this. FaiyrGodBoss posts these job fairs, and it would be wonderful to apply for the events, but they say that they are for those with 2+ years.... so I would be starting off with a "lie"...but I hear your advise and will consider it if the essentials of the position does not state number of years as required.

3. Sabrina CortesApril 29,2022 at 1:55AM UTC

   Hi there,

   I understand your frustration, and I'm sorry that you're experiencing this.

   I remember when I was first starting as a Copywriter, and all of the job posts wanted me to have a couple of years' experience. I applied anyway.

   I also made sure that I tailored my resume to the job description and highlighted my transferable skills during the interviews.

   I came across this article, and hopefully, it'll steer you in the right direction. (https://novoresume.com/career-blog/job-search-sites).

   Best of luck to you!

4. AnonymousApril 29,2022 at 2:07AM UTC

   Thank you for taking the time to reply and share information!

5. Sabrina CortesApril 29,2022 at 4:25PM UTC

   Of course and you're quite welcome! Love helping others and this is such a great place to do it! :))

6. Debra SesholtzApril 29,2022 at 5:40PM UTC

   Apply anyway. Describe how your tech boot camp training experience makes you a great candidate for the role. If possible, try to find someone in the department, preferably the hiring manager, to network with about the role.

7. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistApril 29,2022 at 9:07PM UTC

   I don't work in this specific space but I do know that I see an awful lot of posts popping up in my LinkedIn feed from folks who have been through a tech boot camp and are having a hard time landing something.

   It sounds like it can be a long process - I've seen people say they've been looking for a year so I suggest you set realistic expectations for yourself. What have you done so far in your job search?

8. Cyndi RosenblattMay 2,2022 at 2:43PM UTC

   While you're looking, check into whether there are some volunteer/non-profit opportunities for you to get real-world experience using your new skills.
   That will give you some portfolio work to bolster your applications in the new field while supporting a worthy cause that means something to you. Since you'll be doing this partly to establish your bona fides for work, try to avoid religious or otherwise controversial organizations. If you already have a relationship along those lines, think about a project for them that will further their mission and add project planning to your skills list.