How often have you been interested in a position but didn't apply because you didn't think you met all of the necessary qualifications? Although you may have been taught to skip the ads that included responsibilities beyond your experience, the folks at CareerBuilder.com say that by applying for only positions that you're "perfectly matched" for, you could be missing an opportunity.
So how do you know if you should apply? Look closely at the language used in the job description.
If the description says "experience required," it means that the employer is looking for candidates who have done most of the tasks advertised. The amount of experience the employer is looking for, according to CareerBuilder writer Larry Buhl, may be negotiable, so if your experience matches the majority of the duties listed, edit your resume to address those particular experiences/skills and send it in.
If the job description says "experience preferred," then you should submit your resume if you have some experience in the duties described. According to Buhl, an "experience preferred" claim means that the employer hopes you have experience in most of the responsibilities described but won't automatically disqualify you if you don't.
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