How do you deal with rejection?

Question

Sorry, I just want to vent.

I got rejected from a job I really wanted and was hopeful for.

Feeling really bummed about the rejection. I did have another interview with another company but I just didn't even feel like talking on that one after the rejection email. I did talk to the recruiter for this second job and I knew I made a couple mistakes and my energy was low. If I could, I would have re-scheduled it.

Thanks for listening.

Oliverlogan263 · Accepted Answer

Don't sweat it bro, job rejections happen to everyone. It sucks for sure, but don't let it get you down. A few things that help me deal:

- Vent to my boys about it over a beer. Gets it all out there and they hype you back up.

- Hit the gym for a killer workout - nothing feels better than pumping out your frustrations on the weights.

- Game online with the squad - fun distraction to take your mind off it.

- Remind myself their loss, not mine. Their bullshit reasons mean nothing - I know my value.

- Get back out there applying asap. Don't dwell, just bounce back fighting.

Also don't be too hard on yourself over that second interview. We all have off days. Shoot them a follow up thanking for their time - you never know, they may still consider you.

You'll nail the next one bro, just dust it off and get back in action. Rejection just builds stronger skin over time. Keep your head high!

exitseven · Accepted Answer

It really bothers me. I tell people that I handle rejection really well because I have had lots of practice. It is not true. mostly I just feel sorry for myself for few days and then get right back up on the horse.

TsundereMatrix · Accepted Answer

As someone who is currently job searching, I’m going through the exact same thing and my industry has a job shortage which is making it even harder. I was let go of two jobs recently. It’s hard but just keep applying. Job searching is like a job within itself, you have to keep it up daily. Take every interview offer you can. If something sounds good say yes. If it’s not in your best interest you can say no but don’t say no just because it’s not as good as another opportunity you interviewed for. Who knows, the next one could be even better, you just have to try it and find out. That’s all I can really say.