25+ employees discuss how workers unfairly land high-paying jobs without qualifications: 'They just "look" and "sound" like the person in charge'

It feels like a common scene, doesn't it? Watching folks breeze into high-paying jobs effortlessly while the rest of us scramble for opportunities that seem just out of reach. It's the age-old story of the power of networking, where the people you know often overshadow your education and skills. It's especially upsetting to see jobs with high salaries go to those whose experience doesn't seem to line up.

Imagine seeing someone with a background in English land a tech position, all thanks to a brief stint in copywriting. Meanwhile, you, armed with a master's in econometrics and relevant experience, find yourself hitting walls thicker than your thesis. Even entry-level roles ask for the moon: from Python proficiency to multiple master's degrees in applied mathematics, it's as if you've entered a maze with no exit.

It's a bitter pill to swallow when nepotism seems to pave the way, and genuine skills take a backseat. Trying to market yourself in such an environment feels like gambling against a rigged system. But as you trudge through the world job searching, remember that you're not alone in feeling upset by this maze of unfair advantages.

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