RECOVERING FROM A JOB INTERVIEW REJECTION - WHAT TO DO AFTER BEING REJECTED FROM JOB INTERVIEW?

#.Job rejection can bring on negativity:

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”

As humans we can be more impacted by negative events rather than positive or neutral events. This being the case, it can be easy to blow a job rejection out of proportion.

However, after an initial outpouring of frustration it’s important to let the negativity go. Pent-up frustration won’t aid your continuing search for a new job. Bear in mind too, if you got as far as the?interview?stage, you’ve done extremely well. Plenty of other candidates would not have progressed that far.

Most importantly, don’t dismiss the company altogether. It is possible you may want to reapply for a job with that employer further down the track so don’t burn any bridges.

1.Don’t take it personally:

“Strength is not given to us; it’s earned through courage and perseverance.”

Don’t regard a job rejection as a statement about you personally. In the cut and thrust of the commercial world, employers need to make a decision based on the candidate they believe is best suited for the role.

So, rest assured, it’s unlikely that not getting the job was the result of the hiring manager making a conscious vote against you. The greater likelihood is that another candidate’s experience or personality resonated more strongly with the hiring manager.

2. Put the opportunity to work:

“It’s OK to be broken sometimes, as long as you don’t stay like that forever.”

A knock back can be especially frustrating if you are unsure about why you were turned down, and it can be worth asking for constructive feedback.

Not all hiring managers will provide this but a simple phone call or email can potentially give you a clearer idea of why you didn’t receive a job offer. There could be a good reason why you were overlooked and it will at least put an end to any nagging doubts you may have. If it turns out there are gaps in your skillset, consider enrolling in a course. It could give you a real advantage when you apply for other roles.

3.Focus on your strengths

“Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger and more?resilient?in the end.

There will always be areas where each of us can improve, but remember that you bring your own unique value proposition and passions to the table. Focusing on these can provide the renewed energy and momentum you need to find the job that’s right for you.

Create a list of your strengths and key contributions you’ve made to previous workplaces. Not only will this reaffirm your value as an employee, it can also come in handy for your next job interview.

4.Practice self-awareness:

“Stay positive “I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”

Consider how you present yourself to others. Take this opportunity to go over your?cover letter?and?resume?for areas that could be improved. Think about how you answered?key interview questions, and whether you highlighted your experience in the most favorable light. Then put the experience to work by aiming to do even better next time around.

Sustaining a positive mental attitude is an important part of dealing with job rejection. Maintain a strong outlook by treating yourself to rewarding behaviours. Meet with friends, maintain personal interests that fulfil your life outside work and exercise it can be a great way to clear your head.

Remember too, you’re not alone. The reality is that the number of people turned down for jobs often outweighs those who receive an offer. Focus on the next opportunity – it could take you one step closer to your dream role.

5.Maintain your momentum:

“Successful people make things happen, unsuccessful people let things happen.”

It can be tempting to put your?job search?on hold while you wait to hear back about a role, but it’s important to keep your job search in motion until you have accepted a position.

Continue to stay in touch with your network of professional contacts and maintain contact with your recruitment professionals. This sort of proactive approach nurtures your confidence, and also helps to prevent you banking on a role that doesn’t land in your lap.

6.Develop resilience:

“Success is composed of learning from failure, so never be afraid of failure – because without it there can be no success.”

If you keep a positive mindset, you have nothing to lose, but if you keep a negative one, you lose everything. Some things in life are within your control while others are not. Avoid taking things personally. Embrace a positive attitude and believe that there is another job for you out there. Keep in mind that you are only seeking one position, and you have many other opportunities available to you.

7.Improve your search:

"Rejection is, of course, part of any successful model's career, as ironic as that sounds. It's how you pick yourself up and get on with the job."

You can get started on your next steps once you've figured out how you feel about your rejection. You'll be able to do a much better job searching if you've taken everything you've learned from this process. Consider how your experience can assist you in refining future job searches. Is it possible that the keywords you are looking at do not quite correspond with your career goals and aspirations?

Handling rejection is never easy but it does offer valuable opportunities to discover more about yourself and enhance your job search techniques. Good things are always worth waiting for, and with persistence and a positive outlook, your dream job could be just around the corner.

8.Send a Follow-up E-mail:

Whether you are selected or not for the position send a polite but direct follow-up email. Thank them for their time in the interview. As you go through the hiring process, keep the conversation going even after the job interview is over.?

Presumably, the main reason you're emailing is?for a progress update?- the interviewer will know this before they've even opened your message.?