5 Ways To Deal With That Crushing Job Rejection Email
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You rocked that interview, wrote a killer thank you note and then waited anxiously for the response. Suddenly, you get an email and read the first paragraph that says, “Thank for you interviewing, but unfortunately we cannot offer you the position at this time …”.
We’ve all seen this example of a painful job rejection email, and we know how hard it can be on you. Here are some methods to lessen the pain:
1. Take Some Time To Yourself
The job search is tough, and a job rejection email can be hard to process. Before you tell your mom and friends the response, take a few minutes to breath and relax. If you have any anger or sadness, let it out. Dealing with your emotions instead of bottling them up will be more productive in the long-run.
2. Respond To The Email
After you’ve had some time to calm down, take a second look at that email and draft a response. Your response should be brief and polite, thanking the employer for their time. You can also ask them to keep your resume on file for any future opportunities at the company. You may also want to ask the recruiter for feedback on your interviewing skills.
3. Analyze Any Lessons
No interview or recruiting process is wasted if you learn one thing. Maybe the recruiter will give you some interviewing feedback if you ask, but a lot of learning comes from self-reflection. Was there an interview question you could have answered better, or could you improve your analytical skills for the next math test that you receive during an interview? Anything you can learn will help you improve for your next interview.
4. Get Back To Work
You have to “get back on the horse” at some point. Applying for other jobs and doing more interviews will only get you closer to your dream job. Keep on rocking the job search and never give up!