Bluey said:
Maybe he dose not look at that job has beneath him. Maybe he's just using that has an excuse to not go for it. Maybe he's just really scared of the world out side of witch he lives.
I was wondering about this, too. Excuses can be much easier than the truth sometimes, especially when you're interacting with people you don't think will understand. I do the same thing once in a while, to a certain extent. A friend of mine, who works at a newspaper, called me up the other day to tell me that a subsidiary publication is looking for a sports writer. He thought I'd be a good candidate. I told him I don't think I'm remotely qualified for such a position; I can write and take pictures, but I have no previous journalism experience, I'm unfamiliar with their photoshop programs, and I know nothing of page design. Still, he said, It can't hurt to apply.
This is true. What harm could it do for me to apply? Absolutely none. But it's been a week and I have yet to even start a sample piece. As usual, it's my lack of confidence that keeps me from doing this. But I would never tell my friend this. Instead I use my lack of experience as an excuse not to put myself out on a limb. It could very well be the same for the fellow in question.
Just for the record, I AM going to apply for that job, even though I'm sure I won't get it. I'm going to write a couple of sample pieces this weekend and doctor my resume a bit, then take a deep breath and role the dice. Wish me luck!