Whether you get to an interview or not, it's
disappointing not to be selected. The frustration
you feel is normal. But it can affect your
self-esteem and confidence, which in turn can
affect your subsequent job search activities. You
can control this cycle. To help you get on with
your job search, take some positive appropriate
action that will place you in control.
Make a Follow-up Call
A follow-up call can provide useful information
on the market, your competition, and specific
needs the employer had that you either didn't
address or didn't know enough about. You may
learn something about your presentation that you
can work on for the next time.
Making a follow up call can also provide the
opportunity to:
- reinforce
your interest in employment with
the organization.
- get
leads on other possible employer
needs.
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Employers often
find it difficult to select one from among
several appealing and well-qualified applicants
and are willing to help the unsuccessful
candidates with this kind of feedback. If
possible, try to get the feedback face-to-face.
Use a non-confrontative, friendly manner and
avoid getting defensive or argumentative if you
don't agree with the selection factors or some
aspect of the feedback. Maintain your composure
and professionalism. Remember, you're still being
evaluated and you want to leave a favorable
impression.
Reward Yourself
Take time now to acknowledge your efforts and
your results. Pat yourself on the back for the
things you did well and feel good about. Next,
give yourself a treat. Take time out for some
recreation and pick something you really enjoy
from your "Reward" list.
Re-energized, return to the business of job
search.
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