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The Truth About Getting a Job Without a Degree

The Truth About Getting a Job Without a Degree

Update: 2025-12-31
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If seeing "degree preferred" on a job listing makes you hesitate to apply, you’re not alone. In this episode of Job Search Stories, Career Coach Clint is here to break down exactly how to get a job without a degree, from when to ignore that requirement to how a well-crafted portfolio can prove your skills speak louder than a diploma.




0:00 - Intro


0:12 - How to approach “degree preferred” applications?


1:01 - Best way to convince an employer you’re a fit without a degree?


1:51 - Tips for standing out


3:06 - Reddit hot take


4:02 - How to address not having a degree during an interview


5:24 - Tips for applying to jobs with no relevant experience5:56 - How to utilize transferable skills


6:37 - Networking tips for beginners 


7:29 - Fastest way to build real-world experience?


8:03 - Creative ways to highlight experience 



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The Truth About Getting a Job Without a Degree

The Truth About Getting a Job Without a Degree

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