Being called “overqualified” in an interview can feel like a compliment, but it often comes with an unspoken concern.
In this presentation, Mariana Edilyan explains what recruiters may really be thinking when they say a candidate seems overqualified — from flight risk and salary expectations to long-term commitment and role alignment. The presentation also shows why common answers like “I’m open to anything” or “I don’t mind taking a step back” can send the wrong signal.
Instead, candidates learn how to position their experience as immediate value, explain why the role makes sense now, and turn “overqualified” from a potential risk into an advantage.
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