You not only have to prove that you have talent and abilities, but you also have to demonstrate you have the desire and fortitude to do what it takes to deliver your value. This becomes evident during the interview process. I speak to job candidates all the time that are interviewing for jobs where they sincerely feel overqualified, but because they have been unexpectedly laid off, they are willing to take a lower level position for the time being. They feel they will get the job and work until they find a better one. The candidate will go on the interview and clearly articulate [...]