Here's how you can recover from a job rejection and move forward.

Be gentle with yourself. Rejection is part of the job search process; some face countless rejections before finding the aligned fit. You are not alone. Use this guiding mantra, "Rejection is redirection." Think of this as learning and information to support you with standing out for the aligned fit. Reflect on how you learned and grew from this experience and use it to propel your forward. What did you do well? What could you have done better? Ask for feedback from interviewers/hiring managers to support you as you continue your search.

First, accept the rejection. If you don't do this, everything that follows is more difficult. You don't have to agree with it. But don't pretend it shouldn't have happened. The universe pressed the "Compute" button, and the output was rejection. The universe "considered" a lot more than your great preparation and hopes. Second, don't beat yourself up. Okay, maybe your preparation was lazy. Maybe your delivery was awkward or your nerves got the best of you. The "you" at the time did what it could. It served up lessons for the current "you". Third, learn with a forward orientation. Not "What should I have done?" but "How do I do things next time?" Now, you are focused on incorporating your experience into decisions and actions.

Seeking feedback after a job rejection is a proactive step that can significantly enhance your career trajectory. It not only demonstrates your commitment to personal and professional growth but also helps you gain critical insights into the job market and employer expectations. This approach can refine your job search strategy and improve your chances in future applications.

If the opportunity presents itself, consider reaching out to the employer for feedback on why you were not selected for the position. Constructive feedback can provide valuable insights into areas where you can improve your skills or interview performance.

Being rejected after a job interview is always bitter, especially if you are qualified for the position. When asking for feedback, you want to be as specific as possible. It probably doesn’t help to ask, “Can you tell me why I didn’t get the job?” Be specific, here are some examples to start: What could I have done differently? What went wrong with my interview performance? What are the red flags that my resume / application contained? What were the considering factors that made you choose someone else over me? It can be hard to handle a rejection, especially if you had your heart set on the role. When you ask for feedback after a job rejection, it shows that you are genuinely interested in learning and growing as a professional.

When you failed in an interview, based on my personal experiencessss(and by quadruple s, i mean alot of recent experience of seeking corporate job), most of the time, you wont know the reasons, or if you got any feed at all, it would be, "you're just not suitable for the job" , what you could do is, find a more expert and supportive mentor, record your interview sessions, and ask him/her for feedback, with this you will know, from different point of view, what you did wrong

The best way to learn? Ask outright for Feedback : 1. It gives you a chance to grow 2. It gives you a chance to network with the individual 3. It gives you practice for your ego to take a backseat Most importantly, asking for feedback and accepting is a skill few will have, so add that to your arsenal to differentiate yourself. It's not surprising to hear unsatisfied people not knowing what their spouse/manager/child think of them, simply because they never ever thought they needed improvement. It's also not surprising to hear unsatisfied high performing people knowing exactly how their spouse/manager/child think of them, otherwise they will be a wreck. Knowing is half the battle to growing!

After an interview, you possibly know, what you lack of, Take online courses / certifications to renew your skills, even if you have the certification already, it doesnt hurt to renew your certifications, your skills, to show recruiters, that you are still as sharp as ever, bringing fresh and up to date skills to contribute, this also shows that you also concern and spend your time to learn new skills

In the year 2008 I was being interviewed for HRBP position; the interviewer asked me "Which organizations should have HR Department?"; I hadn't considered it previously, and my answer was naturally shabby! so I failed the interview, but in the years to come, this question proved to be the foundation stone of my career as a OD consultant! BECAUSE I kept thinking (and developing knowledge) about the answer! Interviews are a super way to improve on marketable competencies! You can easily convert the questions that you didn't have any clue about into development areas in terms of knowledge, skills and attributes. For some people it is more effective than any training sessions they might have attended!

I always encourage people to go for the interaction rather than the opportunity. It takes them out of their desperation and puts them in control of the interaction!

My most favourite, networking, i always build friendship-relationship as much as possible, , this surely helps, some company might treat differently to candidate who have work reference, although this doesnt guarantee you will get that job, but it absolutely will open access to unpublish vacancy, and some useful insights about the opening position, this will help you get feedback faster and wont drain much emotionally when you got rejected, this way, you will have more energy to recover from the disappointments

Consider what kind of experience you're hoping to gain from their next role. I'm not only referring to the work environment, but rather then kind of skills you want to develop and areas of interest you want to learn more about. If the job you're applying for does't check these boxes then it's time to revise your strategy. You will also want to expand your search to other industries that you may not have previously considered.

Landing a role is all about perfect alignment between a perceived image of a potential employer and employee from each side. Ask yourself, "what were my job needs in comparison to employer expectations?". If the gap is found to be too wide to close, then the job search strategy needs revisiting. The more our career contributions resonate with job postings, closing the gap becomes realistic. It goes without saying, you can't build a career landmark on a barren land, which implies to lining up the right job targets and then making an effort to anticipate the fruit of our labor. Remember, you can't thrive in a competitive job market without a well-aligned strategy.

Keep things positive but make it real positivity through actions! Don't sit at a desk and repeat positive words or just read positivity instagram posts! Instead Go out physically to meet people who can encourage you and give you insights They include: 1. People who are in your shoes 2. People who have been in your shoes 3. People who are coaches/mentors who help people in your shoes whether privately or with a government body The positive effect of putting in work to make progress and learn is important to gain real life positivity! You never know who might just spark an idea or be your leverage into your next role

In hindsight, whenever I've not got the job, it's led me down a path I wouldn't have otherwise trod. For me, it's been redirection rather than rejection. And it's always worked out for the best

While a job rejection can be tough, it's crucial to recognize that it doesn't define your worth. Take time to process your emotions and reflect on what you've learned from the experience. If possible, seek feedback for valuable insights. Acknowledge the disappointment but be respectful, professional and focus on maintaining a balanced mindset. Continue networking and honing your skills, as connections may lead to new opportunities. Remember, persistence pays off in the long run. Take care of yourself by engaging in activities you enjoy and staying resilient. Each rejection is a step toward finding the right opportunity.

To reduce the amount of rejections you're giving your energy towards, be sure to only apply and interview for jobs that you ACTUALLY want. - There no need to feel stung from a rejection for a job you didn't actually want to do. - Your nervous system doesn't know the difference when it gets a rejection, so be kind to yourself and stop applying to #AllTheJobs. This strategy will help you get fewer rejections, have more energy to apply for jobs you actually want, and have more free time do fill your days with joy. Take good care of yourself! It can be brutal out there. ❤️

Rejections sting, but they're a chance to grow! Here's how to bounce back: Feel it: It's okay to be bummed. Take time to process, but don't dwell on it. Learn from it: Request feedback (politely!) or reflect on your interview. What could you improve? Stay positive: Rejection doesn't define you. Remind yourself of your strengths and the great opportunities ahead. Refine your search: Did the interview reveal a better fit for you? Revamp your resume or target different companies. Move on: Don't let one rejection stop you. Keep applying and stay focused on your job search goals.

Remember to eat your dessert first! Take care and be kind to yourself instead of blaming yourself for the unfortunate event. Understand you cannot change market conditions, hiring focus shifts and a recession. What you can change is pivoting into the spaces with demand for your skillset. For eg. Marketing roles might be hard to find in big tech, banking, retail now. However there are pockets of strong demand in direct to consumer B2C, Sustainability, Web3 etc with market shifts! Swimming with a tide increases your luck of winning instead of swimming against it.