Entry-level doesn’t mean what you think it means.
Hi there,
We need to talk about job titles. Because “entry-level” doesn’t mean what many think it does.
If a job posting says entry-level but also requires 1–3 years of experience, you’ve already lost the trust of the people you’re trying to attract.
Let’s make it clear:
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0 years → Entry-level. Fresh grads, career switchers, interns turning full-time.
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1–3 years → Early-career associates, not entry-level.
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3–5 years → Mid-level roles. Independent contributors, maybe team leads.
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5–7 years → Senior. Ownership, not just execution.
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8–10 years → Director/Principal. Strategy and cross-functional influence.
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10+ years → Leadership. VP, Head of, or C-suite track.
Calling a role “entry-level” while demanding experience doesn’t just hurt credibility - it shuts out the very people who are hungry to learn and eager to grow.
Because here’s what true entry-level talent brings:
> They may not know it all yet,
> But they’re ready to grow fast,
> And they bring fresh perspective.
Getting your first job is already hard enough. Let’s not make it harder with unrealistic expectations.
If you’re a job seeker navigating confusing job postings, we can help. Reply to this email with “clarity” and we’ll send you our best strategies to position yourself - even when job titles don’t tell the full story.
With you every step of the way,
Chintan & Shreya
Your Coaches @ The Super Coach
