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« on: January 24, 2006, 04:29:54 pm » |
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I just found out that I didn't get a job I had applied for as a claims adjuster. The reasons: I'm overqualified on computers and TOO ORGANIZED! Yes, those were the manager's exact words! Until this morning, I didn't think it was possible to be too organized.
In my interview, I asked what they felt was the biggest challenge reps face. Both of the interviewers said that claims reps are not organized enough! (and they wonder why they can't get anyone to work over there!)
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raindance
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« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2006, 04:52:25 pm » |
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I would be tempted to ask for clarification. What does "overqualified on computers" mean, exactly? Does this mean that you can do all of a package, such as Microsoft Office Suite, but they only want Word? And "too organized" is not an acceptable phrase. Does it mean that you might be too efficient, or are they just scared you would show them up?
Whatever the reasons, Tiffany, you are probably fortunate you won't be working for them.
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gee4
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« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2006, 05:17:42 pm » |
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Amazing!! I too would like some clarification ............
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countrigal
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« Reply #3 on: January 24, 2006, 05:19:46 pm » |
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Perhaps that is part of what kept me from being hired in a similiar position... I'm still waiting feedback from that one, and have just about decided it's not coming.
I'm sure you're better off not getting that position if that's the only reasons (lousy that they are) that they could disqualify you.
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tiffanyctd
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« Reply #4 on: January 24, 2006, 06:23:05 pm » |
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Alright, I got a bit of clarification, which makes it even worse! The hiring manager said that she was afraid that because everyone else over there is so disorganized, it would drive me crazy and I would quit. (Obviously, she's never seen the desks some of my past bosses kept, LOL!).
As for the computer skills, I've even taught a class for the adjusters before because they are just starting to use Microsoft Office, so I don't know what's up with that!
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countrigal
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« Reply #5 on: January 24, 2006, 10:42:42 pm » |
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That's so stupid! So instead of taking advantage of your skills for as long as they may have been able to keep you, which may have been for long-term as far as they knew, they opted to spite themselves by simply not taking that risk and losing out even in the short-term. Short-sighted folks! And did they bother to talk to any of your previous bosses or any of your references and ask how you handle dis-organization by those around you? Seems like a weak excuse that they're hiding behind.
You're definitely better off not going there!
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« Reply #6 on: January 25, 2006, 10:05:00 am » |
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Tiffany - my sympathies to you. I agree with everyone else - much better out of there and yeah, they are cutting their noses off. Awful reasons to not get a position - esp. as what they're saying about you is complimentary.
I had the same thing last year - company looking for an efficient and proactive PA and I didn't get the job because the MD thought I was too proactive and showed too much initiative, and they wanted someone they could mould and direct at will. Hmm.
I think you're better off out of there and should even look at another company where your skills would be much more appreciated, organised and good at computers as you are!
Best of luck!
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gee4
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« Reply #7 on: January 25, 2006, 01:34:08 pm » |
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Agree with the others - best off out of it. However in this day and age when we all have the skills and experience we do, how on earth can you rule someone out of getting a job by saying they are too organised? That is one of the first things that most managers/companies want - someone who will sort them out and organise them. I know you may be disappointed but I reckon you have had a lucky escape. For info organisation is my middle name and everyone I works for loves the fact that when they ask me to do something, they know, without a doubt, it will be done. Yes I can be a perfectionist but at least I am reliable. God help whoever they appointed!!
Hope that helps!
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« Reply #8 on: January 25, 2006, 04:02:47 pm » |
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Well it is apparent to me that the organization had nothing to do with it. It sounds like what it came down to is that the manager was concerned that you were not a personality fit and used the organization as one example of where you weren't "in sync" with others in the office.
The reality is that this is the reason many of us don't get jobs in the first place. Managers only have a few minutes to a few hours to make a decision on your personality versus the current culture of the office and therefore they make snap judgments that may or may not be correct.
Sorry it worked out that way, but you probably are better off in the long run.
Marie
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