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"Well, I don't have experience in that, but here are my transferable skills"

If you don’t know what your future looks like yet, that’s OK — you’re not meant to, says journalist Shankar Vedantam. Here’s why he says future you is always changing — and how to prepare for the person you’ll become: https://t.ted.com/X7RktFA

There are a lot of missed opportunities to hire the right people by only worrying about degrees and work experience. If you are a good recruiter, trainer, mentor, or leader, skills can be taught. Let passion, willingness to learn, desire for success and advancement, and drive to do the job be just as important, if not more so than the degree. Be the reason someone is a success and not a statistic.

When the Perfect Fit Doesn’t Get the Job Have you ever gone through multiple interviews, met every requirement, and exceeded expectations, only to be passed over for the role? Perhaps someone with less experience was hired, or the position remained unfilled. Maybe you have never heard back after all your efforts. It’s a familiar and frustrating experience. You did everything right, yet it wasn’t enough. So, what happens next? How do you move forward after being let down by a process you thought you’d mastered? 1. Reflect, Don’t Dwell Instead of dwelling on what went wrong, I ask that you please take a step back. Were there signs that the fit wasn’t right? Maybe the culture didn’t align with your values, or the company wasn’t as stable as it seemed. Reflection can help you realign your job search. 2. Accept the Uncontrollable Not every hiring decision is based on qualifications alone. Internal politics, budgets, or company priorities often play a role. Understanding this eases the emotional burden, reminding you that the decision isn’t always about your abilities. 3. Reframe Rejection Rejection feels personal, but it’s often not. It may be about timing or changes within the company. See it as part of your journey. Every interview sharpens your goals and helps you understand what you truly want. 4. Keep Connections Alive Even if you don’t get the job, maintain positive relationships with the interviewers. A polite follow-up can keep you on their radar for future opportunities. 5. Stay Resilient Rejection isn’t the end—it’s a course correction toward a better opportunity. Stay persistent, refine your skills, and keep an open mind. The right role is out there. Ultimately, the job search is about resilience, adaptability, and skills. Each rejection is a chance to reassess and keep moving forward. Every “no” brings you closer to the “yes” that will make all the difference.