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Beth Phelps
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Eh Senior Manager I Osha Compliance at Wal Mart Stores Inc

Experience vs.Degree

I have 24 years of great work experience but no college degree. How do you get your foot in the door with a good company? No one looks past the no degree.

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JudyAnn Lawson
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Some of them do ask for a certain amount of experience. However, you will get something soon. Good luck and may God bless you in your endeavors.

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Matt Bornhorst
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Hi Beth Phelps - as someone who does have a degree, it seems that everyone is looking for experience over it. I am sorry to hear that companies aren't looking past you not having a degree. I think the experience a workplace provides is very valuable. I also think that at 24 years of great work experience, there is no reason to assume you aren't competent at your job.

Keep at it. You only need one place to give you a shot - and I am sure you will blow them away!

Take a look at this conversation for some great ideas and resources on the job search. I hope it helps you out!

Best of luck in your search. Keep us updated on your job search. The community is here for you!

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