How do you deal with self-doubt when facing rejection in your job search journey?

When dealing with rejection, it’s essential to recognize and embrace your emotions rather than burying them. Disappointment, frustration, and even anger are normal reactions. Give yourself time to process these feelings. By facing them directly, you prevent them from lingering and causing prolonged self-doubt. Once you’ve allowed yourself to feel, you can shift your perspective and objectively assess the situation.

Feedback is important, especially for growth. First, it would be great to clarify the reasons “why” and “what could have been done better.” Secondly, conduct a SWOT analysis after each interview and understand what can and should be improved. And lastly, remember that a rejection can be not only because there is something wrong with you, it happens that expectations do not match, you may be overqualified, you may be out of budget, etc. there really are many more reasons - but of course there is always a room for improvement

I completely agree, as rejections should not cause distress but instead serve as a motivation to address shortcomings and continue pursuing your goal.

Following a rejection, seek feedback without hesitation. It’s a valuable chance to learn and grow. Although not all employers offer it, those who do can provide insights into areas where you can enhance your application or interview skills. Constructive criticism serves as a powerful tool for personal development, enabling you to address weaknesses and refine your job search strategy for future opportunities.

View it as A/B testing. For a week try going all in on a strategy then see how it played out. Tweak and hone and try something else. Keep yourself agile and specific. Being exposed to too much rejection can bring you down and this is a great way to stay empowered.

Chaos leads to panic. When you're unsure of the recruitment process, you don't know what to expect or how to improve if you're rejected. Learn about each step of recruitment: networking, tailoring your CV, phone screenings, HR interviews, technical interviews, etc. Ensure you understand how to navigate each step and analyze them along the way to identify weaknesses, improve yourself, and refrain from self-judgment

To overcome self-doubt, focus on building your confidence. Consider developing new skills, attending workshops, or volunteering to gain experience. Each professional improvement step enhances your self-assurance. Knowing you’re continually growing and adding value to your skillset boosts confidence, making it easier to recover from rejection.

A new survey found that almost 40% of companies posted a fake job listing this year — and 85% of those companies interviewed candidates for fake jobs! Companies build "pipelines" for upcoming positions and like to be proactive, but not all postings become funded or approved. Don't take rejections to heart there is a lot that happens behind the scenes that has nothing to do with you or your skills.

SWSWSWSW ?? Some Will ?? Some Won't ?? So What ?? Someone's Waiting After ever setback is a comeback ?? If rejected (FAIL) ? Learn | get feedback ? Adapt | make adjustments ? Then FAIL BETTER Best of luck ??