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Annu Sharma, a Delhi-based software engineer at Google, recently caused a stir online after sharing a surprising rejection from a startup. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Sharma posted a screenshot of the rejection letter, which stated she was turned down for being “too good” for the position. In disbelief, she commented, “Didn’t know you could be rejected for being too good.”
According to the rejection letter, the startup cited her qualifications as surpassing the job’s requirements. The recruiter explained that candidates with higher qualifications often feel unfulfilled in such roles and leave soon after joining. This reasoning, which Sharma shared online, quickly gained traction, amassing over 55,000 views in just a day.
Her story resonated with many, as other users shared their own experiences of being rejected for being overqualified. One user commented, “I was rejected recently not for being more qualified, but for being from a higher-ranking college.” Another user added, “I’ve been told in interviews thrice now that I’m overqualified and that they think I’ll leave their company in a few months.”
Some users, however, appreciated the honesty of the recruiter. “You have to appreciate their openness. They could have made up an excuse, but instead, they acknowledged your superiority for the role,” wrote one user, adding that this transparency might have saved both sides from future dissatisfaction.
This unusual rejection not only sparked widespread discussion on social media but also highlighted the challenges faced by highly qualified professionals in finding roles that match their expertise and expectations. As Sharma’s story continues to circulate, it serves as a reminder of the complexity of job hiring processes and the nuanced reasons behind certain rejections.
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