{"id":21893,"date":"2020-03-10T07:30:43","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T14:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/?p=21893"},"modified":"2023-12-15T22:44:16","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T05:44:16","slug":"how-to-move-on-from-job-rejection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/blog\/how-to-move-on-from-job-rejection\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Move On From Job Rejection"},"content":{"rendered":"
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title author=”off” comments=”off” featured_placement=”background” text_background=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ title_font=”|on|||” title_font_size=”36px” meta_font_size=”16″ parallax=”on” parallax_method=”off” text_orientation=”center” parallax_effect=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]Let\u2019s be honest, we\u2019ve all been there. <\/span><\/p>\n The painful position, where that dream job you were really excited about finally calls…and they say they have chosen a different candidate. <\/span><\/p>\n Your stomach drops, and you have to try to hide the disappointment in your voice while graciously accepting the rejection.<\/span><\/p>\n Job rejection can really hurt our self esteem and pride if we let it.<\/span><\/p>\n And if you are trying to find a job as soon as possible, job rejection can be incredibly stressful.<\/span><\/p>\n A lot can be going through our minds after being rejected from a job, but it’s important to know how to work through it so that you can get back in the game. <\/span><\/p>\n Today we will talk about some ways to help you move on from your job rejection and come out even stronger than before!<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s not you, it\u2019s them.<\/span><\/p>\n I know that’s a line often used to console someone during a break up, but in this case it may be true. <\/span><\/p>\n You and the company that you applied to really may not have been compatible. <\/span><\/p>\n And if that is the case, you would not have enjoyed working for them anyways.<\/span><\/p>\n If compatibility was not the issue, then perhaps there was simply someone better prepared for that particular job. <\/span><\/p>\n Guess what? That\u2019s okay! <\/span><\/p>\n Sometimes other people are more suited for certain things, or are more experienced, and there\u2019s no shame in that.<\/span><\/p>\n What\u2019s important is that you don\u2019t take it personally and don’t let it get you down! <\/span><\/p>\n There are plenty of employers out there that would be lucky to have you.<\/span><\/p>\n Life is a process and there are many bumps and bruises along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n As The Muse wisely says<\/span><\/a>, <\/span><\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s a hard fact that you\u2019re not going to land every job you apply for. No one does! Coming to grips with this fact and learning to accept rejection as part of the process will help build your mental and emotional armor.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Plus, once you let go of the need for a guaranteed outcome, you open yourself up to a world of other possibilities\u2014other jobs, opportunities, and companies that could be an even better fit.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n As hard as it may be, attempt to embrace the process. Viewing each experience (even the rejections) as a way to learn and grow as an individual.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n There is no better time to reevaluate your goals and ambitions than after being denied something you \u201cthought\u201d you wanted. <\/span><\/p>\n Take this opportunity to make sure you know where you want to go in life.<\/span><\/p>\n Try to visualize what you want your life to look like, and then use that as a guide while you make your choices.<\/span><\/p>\n A job rejection presents a great opportunity to make sure the things you\u2019re pursuing line up with your goals.<\/span>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/infinity-staffing.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dream-job-rejection-infinity-staffing.jpg” align=”center” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ border_style=”solid” always_center_on_mobile=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Overthinking happens, but it will not be helpful or healthy to overanalyze exactly why you didn\u2019t get a certain position, or wonder what you could have done differently for days on end.<\/span><\/p>\n It is so easy to become negative, or maybe think about all the things you did wrong during the hiring process.<\/span><\/p>\n But beating yourself up will not help. Choose to not overanalyze the situation and give yourself permission to let it go and move on. <\/span><\/p>\n While over-thinking can be detrimental, it <\/span>is <\/span><\/i>helpful to spend some time thinking about what you can do better in the future. <\/span><\/p>\n You may want to talk to a friend and have someone look over your resume and make sure everything is in tip top shape. <\/span><\/p>\n Some people may even consider asking the person who interviewed them for feedback! <\/span><\/p>\nTry Not To Take It Personally <\/strong><\/h2>\n
Remember That Rejection Is Part Of The Process<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Refocus On Your Goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Stop Overanalyzing<\/strong> <\/span><\/h2>\n
Reflect On Where You Can Improve<\/strong><\/h2>\n