> The OP might well have lots of relevant experience but it hardly comes across in the post. Strange, I read it very differently. Just because those things are

> The OP might well have lots of relevant experience but it hardly comes across in the post. Strange, I read it very differently. Just because those things aren't specifically addressed didn't leave me with the impression there isn't anything there. Very early in the article it was stated how they spend a lot of time honing their skills, presumably all their life, not sure I agree with your impression this is an unskilled individual. > After 20+ years in development there's a degree of expectation that you have built bridges along the way with people who can recommend you That's different from just asserting they lack in skill, however. If you read the article, it's clear why they can't satisfy this specific expectation. It seems callous to simply proclaim they should have built industry relations all their lives, and now there is nothing left to be done.