Anu Sharma, a software engineer at Google, was rejected from a start-up job for being 'too qualified.' She shared the experience on social media, sparking a lively debate.
The recruiter praised her qualifications but explained that hiring someone 'overqualified' often leads to dissatisfaction and early exit from the role. While some people empathized with Sharma, others agreed with the recruiter, appreciating their transparency. Many believed the start-up’s decision was a way to avoid potential issues with a mismatch in expectations.