It is always unpleasant to receive a negative response, no matter what it is, if we were expecting a positive one. However, receiving a negative response regarding a job position is particularly disturbing and upsetting. In this post, we want to share 5 tips on how to feel better and not give up if this happens.
Don't take it personally
Of course, it's easier said than done, but you have to understand that job selection is not and cannot be a personal matter. Employers, when choosing a person for a workplace, do not really delve into what kind of people they are. All they care about is the right qualifications and experience for the job. And all this should be as close as possible to the needs of the company, so a negative answer means that something was missing precisely in fulfilling the requirements of this company, and not that there is something wrong with you. However, remember that you may still deal with this company in the future, perhaps as their partner or client, so have a polite conversation with the employer and thank them for their time.
Focus on the future
One of the best ways to make it easier to accept a negative answer is to focus on other options. Just open the job search sites and read the ads - after all, new ones appear every day and soon you will find perhaps even more interesting ones. Also, it's a good idea to go to several whenever possible job interviews in a row, because then the probability of employment increases significantly.
Learn your lesson
When you receive a negative response for a job, it is very important to think about why it might have happened. First of all, it is really normal to ask the employer what you lacked to get this job. It is important to find out if you lacked skills, knowledge or qualifications. If there is no possibility to ask, you can think for yourself what is still missing and try to fill these gaps. Take this failure as a valuable lesson.
Work on your weak spots
Once you understand what you are missing, you can work on your weak points. Also consider whether you should improve yours job description, maybe you should write a more detailed cover letter or better rehearse the job interview to present yourself as best as possible. All of these things will help you feel more confident and confident during your next job interview.
Ask for help
Regardless of whether or not you were able to get feedback from your employer, you can always ask friends and family for help. You can show them your CV or rehearse a job interview and then ask them what they think. Of course, such help can be objective, but it is still valuable.
However, if you would like subjective help in assessing your potential as a candidate, you can always contact Vilnius Coding School. Sign up for consultation at the Career Center and we will be happy to help you on your IT career path!
