What to do When a Job Offer is Rescinded
First off, there are a couple of reasons why a company might rescind a job offer. Number one, if the person gets an offer and over negotiates or handles the negotiation improperly
So, if you find yourself in a situation where you accepted a job but get that fateful call or notification that the offer is being rescinded, here are the things I recommend you do immediately.
1.)???First and foremost… GET OVER IT. You really need to dust yourself off as quickly as possible and resist the urge to dwell on it. Don’t waste time contacting everyone you know, complaining about the company, wallowing in your self-pity, and feeling sorry for yourself. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off and get back in the game!
?2.)???Revisit the opportunities and companies
?3.)???Reach out to your network
?4.)???Restart your search
?5.)???Use best practices for your job search
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?Recovering from a job offer that was rescinded, for any reason, is very difficult. I understand the disappointment, frustration and fear that comes with it. The MOST important thing to do is get back on the positive side of the equation. Take massive action each day and be consistent in your actions. Resist the urge to dwell on it, get down on yourself or be discouraged. Do NOT let that setback derail your future. Just remember, you were successful in landing that last position and getting the job offer. Use that momentum to get things going again and set yourself up for landing that next job. Good luck!
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About the Author:
Tom Caravela has 30 years of pharmaceutical industry experience and is the Founder and Managing Partner of The Carolan Group and Host of the MSL Talk podcast. Founded in 2002, The Carolan Group is a leading pharmaceutical and biotech search firm specializing in Medical Affairs and Medical Science Liaison recruitment. Tom is responsible for leading a team of expert recruiters and account managers in client expansions for various levels of field-based and in-house Medical Affairs professionals, including Medical Science Liaisons, MSL Leaders, Managed Care/HEOR Liaisons, and Medical Directors, as well as various other medical and clinical affairs roles. With almost 3-decades of pharmaceutical industry experience, Tom is a frequent speaker and Medical Affairs Consultant for clients, advisory boards and industry meetings. His strategic interests focus on hiring, retention and career development for Medical Affairs professionals.