Not considered
I am curious about some things and hope there is an answer out there. I see the same jobs over and over again and apply for them, yet I am never considered for the position. . I have been told by several recruiters and other business's that I should have no problem obtaining a position due to my extensive background however I keep receiving the same message from recruiter's and the companies that I was not considered but they provide no clear reason or reasons. I have been told on numerous occasions that companies tend to shy away from someone like me as they fear I would be too difficult to re-train and/or would question the policies on adjusting claims. I find that very difficult to accept as I would be more able to adapt to new situations and would not question the company’s rules and regulations. (IS IT AGE)?
Then I am told that I need more current handling of property claims or the current position to be considered. I do not accept this either. If a company is concerned I have too much experience on one hand and unable to change, than wouldn't that also mean I would be the perfect candidate for a position I have not handled in a few years as they would be able to train me in their way of handling claims?
Other than their computer system, I know how to investigate claims, obtain recorded interviews, read policies, set proper reserves, multitask several items at one time, etc.
I would really appreciate any input as to why this keeps occurring. Any feedback you can provide would be appreciated.
I am in similar shoes man, I have been unemployed/underemployed for 16 months now and there's no end in sight. I am only in my early 30s though BUT I get the overqualified for entry level positions and the not qualified enough for the mid-senior level(non-managerial) jobs. I have 5 years of finance and accounting experience PLUS a MBA and CPA.
I think the main reason we get this BS is because companies want the cheapest labor on the market and so they go after these fresh out of college grads or those who don't even have a college education or even those who illegal immigrants because they feel they can get more work out of them for less money, but then they seem to be all surprised when these inexperienced candidates fail after less than a year on the job that they never should have gotten in the first place. It's just ridiculous how bad recruiting and hiring has gotten today.
Just this week I found out that a Controller job I interviewed for and was a finalist for was given to a fresh out of college grad with no experience, this candidate had a MBA and Ph.D. under their belt but no experience in the field which makes no sense to me what so ever.
Jim you got this.just persevere and the right one will come along.I promise you that its about to break through.because you're a good fit and a good worker.
Sometimes you have to be open to learn ANd not be too knowledgeable about everthing
There is a lot of that happening. What I can tell you in some cases the more experienced will not be happy with less compensation, yet someone with a new degree or minimal experience will not only be easier to train in the company's opinion, but they will also be willing to work for less in the tier range. It is been becoming more prevelant since the last energy crash in 2015. Just speaking from my observations and direct experience in dealing with several companies, and I am sure it is not a localized practice,
Short answer-yes, it is your age. They can't ask your age, so they get your graduation year from high school or college. It's a dead give away. Everything is younger/cheaper and with the labor participation rate at a forty year low, employers have tons of applicants for every posting. My daughter used to work at Target and I was shocked to find out how many of her co-workers were Liberal Arts grads. These are the folks we are competing against. Experience means nothing unless it is to train your soon-to-be replacement. Yes, that happened to me. I don't mean to sound negative, it's just the new reality. My 53 year old brother is in the same boat. He was in IT for 30 years with a long record of accomplishments and when he turned 50, it's like a target suddenly appeared on his back. Keep plugging away and you may yet find an employer that will value your experience. You'll just have to get past the 20-something HR manager or sell insurance...
It is age , race , and your high school graduation year. 1974 says your 60 years old and never considered. Then they hire a criminal illegal immigrant or H2b immigrant
I have the same problem you are having. I don't know what I am doing wrong. I hope you get a break soon.
Personally, Jim, I think companies are shying away from ANYONE with experience-I've been confronted with the same dilemma only to be told that "This is a "Young person(s) market"- all the while, I still sit there in the interview. But, am told by others-"Oh, keep looking-something will stick!!!" Same boat, different ocean.
Because companies can legally discriminate you for anything these days
Unless we know what position you are trying to obtain there is no way anyone can give you proper advice.