We're going back to our roots in Episode 16 with a return to job search woes!

Have you ever been told you were too qualified for a role, or did your feedback describe how you'd likely be a flight risk after 12-18 months? Well, that's happened to our Co-host Deany on more than one occasion.

What does it actually mean in 2026 to be overqualified for a role, but you want to career pivot or try something in your field that's a little bit different?

This week, Simon and Deany explore some of the most awkward and messy parts of the job search and provide some clear advice as to how you can navigate through them.

Anonymous Confessions:

Would you like to "spill the tea", so to speak, about something that's happened in your workplace?

Do you have a hiring horror story or HR mishap that would be a great share?

Then join go to our Anonymous Confessions form and let us know! If it's really good, your story might feature in an upcoming episode of Rejected or Selected 🎧Rejected or Selected Podcast: Anonymous Confessions