How can I tell if I am not getting jobs that i am qualified for because i am over weight?
81238
ask them! just tell the recluter if weight is a problem, or during your interviews try to let them ask you why you are overweight and tell them that you are ok with yourself and weight will not interfeer with your job.\nIts hard to ppl admit descrimination.so you can allways ask someone who works there to ask the recluter
438818
Yes, your body mass index is only a 20.  You are considered to be of a healthy weight.  You would have to be 104 or less to be underweight or 139+ to be overweight.  You are at an appropriate weight.
377873
Any application for any job you add your credentials, what the point of holding back, if they say you are over qualified, then they got other issues.
899983
Many people have given good answers, but remember this: Turn around the question during the interview.  "My weakness has been having a hard time setting a problem aside because I do not like to lose."\n\nMake your weakness something the employer would consider a strength.
453263
If you are willing to start at a lower level you may have to "dumb down" your resume, meaning lower your experience and responsibilities. When I switched jobs I had to do that so they would stop telling me I was overqualified for everything.
1090981
Sorry  to say...people naturally disciminate against people that aren't like them - so if your skinny you think against the fat, vice versa, if your white you have contra opinions to those of other color. Its natural and the way our brains works. We all have preconcieved ideas so the most important thing that you can do is prove to interviewers that you can overcome THEIR preconcieved ideas. So they would think...fat = challenging and it is up to you to prove beautiful and hard working. Put in your resume that you are hard working, dedicated and motivated  and you would like to see the company achieve common goals. Also you might want to mention that you bring new ideas. People want to work with someone that they enjoying being around so be friendly and positive. Personality totally matters. Good Luck!
223485
I would be unrealistic to say that it does not affect my professional life. To my knowledge it does not, but I am sure that I have been passed over for a promotion because of my weight. Socially it does not. I am actually working on a book about fat-friendly places in my city. I had a roomate in college who was heavier than me and she would always just stay home. I am different. I like to go out and have a good time with friends, of which I have PLENTY! I like to enjoy life! I enjoy dressing up and going to plays, the opera, etc. I even do full-figured modeling on the side. I've never had problems dating. I have a tremendous love for God, and He sees me through. I stay active. I walk, I swim, I dance. Being obese does not always mean being unhealthy. People who are obese have to have confidence in themselves. Ask questions. If you are afraid to go somewhere because you don't think you will fit in a chair, CALL AHEAD! Ask if there are chairs without arms! Do not let life pass you by from fear. Do not stop your life while you are dieting "until you reach your goal"! Live now!
1100405
actually yes i went to apply as a waitress at a nightclub for extra money and the owner told me that i needed to be TABC licensed.  So i went and got my license and took it to him.  He told me that i wasnt the body type he was looking for. (I'm a little thick no barbie, think Brittney Murphy before she was anorexic).  I told everyone I knew and it finally got back to him about 2 weeks after i applied he called me and offered the me a job but i was already hurt so i declined his job offer.
422941
There really isn't any "getting around this."\n\nYou are obligated to tell the truth on job applications.  You'd definitely be in worse shape if you got caught lying about it.\n\nYour best bet is to collect some fresh, respectable references who will speak to potential employers about you, or who will write a letter in support of your job applications.\n\nGood luck.
1084428
you are not fat, don't even think of that.  to tell the truth you may even be under-weighted.  but look at all of those other people in the world who are overweight, and think, do i look like that?  no you don't.  so the next time that fat question comes your way just read this answer and that problem will be solved
1024749
it depends go to this webside they will tell you wether you are over-weight or not\nhttp://www.webnat.com/hi/BodyMassIndex.asp\nhttp://www.drkoop.com/tools/93/ibw.html
37205
It really depends do you need to lose the weight or are you skinny now and still feel the need?  Some people even when they get down to a normal weight for them the still feel that they are not skinny enough, my suggestion would be to talk to you doctor and have him or her see if you need to lose weight.
1132095
WELL SINCE 2004 I WAS LOOKING FOR JOB \nITS DIFFCULT BECAUSE I MOVED IN NEW STATE LIKE U\nBUT THEN I LOOKED TO THE POSTIVE SIDE AND I KNOW DO MY OWN BUSSIENS, WHILE U ARE IN HOME DO SOMETHING U LOVE AND U ARE GOOD IN AND DONT FEEL USELESS BECAUSE U ARE BETTER THEN?\nSO GOOD LUCK SISTER AND KEEP LOOKING
237013
Dont apply for jobs that require lots of lifting then! Cause If you cannot handle the duties that is not discrimination. You are told before you are hired what will be expected of you, and if you know you cannot do it, then apply for work elsewhere.
277157
If you are extremely obese (100+ pounds) and your weight is a health risk, are low income and don't have insurance talk to your state's Department of Human Services (DHS). If you are not living with your parents and can not be claimed as a dependent and would like to go to college but think your weight is a hinderance to future employment talk to the Rehabiliative Services in your area. Also, some cities have "free clinics" that can help you find a doctor for little or no cost to you, it's just a matter of finding a clinic.\n\nGood luck.
185390
No, it is not overweight.  You are just in the just right range.  Don't worry about it.
369403
There are plenty of overweight people out there who are employed. You've gotten some good suggestions. Here are some of mine.\n\n1. It's a rare person who doesn't have to deal with some anxieties about job interviews, whether it is appearance-related, grade-related, employment history-related, etc. There are no perfect applicants out there. Remember that during the whole process.\n\n2. Do everything you can to look clean cut. That image works for most employers. For men, that would include a short haircut, clean shaven, no earrings, etc. Find the perfect interview outfit. Nicely shined shoes, pressed pants, a suit and jacket if appropriate. The preppy look works well for most office environments. Once you get the perfect interview outfit, set it aside and save it for just that purpose. In general navy is the best suit color. A nice pen and a nice portfolio might be appropriate. Always arrive on time. Sometimes it helps to do a practice run to find the place ahead of time.\n\n2. Check out books on interviewing. Rehearse answers to frequently asked questions. Think about past work-related accomplishments that you might be asked about. Don't bad-mouth former employers at all or say anything negative about past situations. People don't want to hire whiners. If they ask why your leaving your current position say something like you'd like new challenges, increased responsibility, higher salary, something to that affect. \n\nCheck out the books in that regards. Act enthused. People want to hire people who want the job. Even if you are not sure, talk like you are excited about the opportunity. You can always decide later after you get an offer.\n\nAsk them what a typical day is like, what they like best about working for the employer. Interviewers like to talk about themselves sometimes.\n\n3. Make sure your resume is error-free. Consider tailoring your resume to different types of positions. Borrow some of the buzz words off employee ads to describe yourself. For example, if you see ads asking for high-energy, motivated, individuals with excellent intepersonal skills, use something like that on your resume to describe the kind of person you are. \n\n4. Make sure they see you as someone high energy and hard working. I think a stereotype of someone overweight is that they are lazy and slow. Try not to walk real slow if possible. I've known some really sucdesful overweight professionals and they always dressed well, seemed energetic, spoke with enthusiasm, etc. That really helps. Don't forget to smile and make eye contact. A firm but not constricting handshake is good. If given an opportunity let them know how hard-working, energetic and efficient you are.\n\n5. Ask each interviewer for a business card afterwards if they haven't already given you one. As soon as possible after the interview send a letter to each interviewer thanking them for the opportunity to interview. Reiterate the interest in the position and how you feel you can help them.  That really is the bottom line, they want someone to help them.\n\n6. If for no reason other than your health, I would suggest walking to help your weight. I know very few people who haven't dealt with weight issues sometimes in their lives. \n\n7. Have some references if asked. Try asking people you have worked with in the past or teachers, etc. Make sure they can give a good response. \n\nThere's a job out there with your name on it Ryan. I don't know which one it is, but God does. Do your best, keep the faith, and trust God to lead you to it. He will. God bless you.