Today's job market can be extremely frustrating. It is quite possibly one of the worst times in history to be out of work, because good opportunities are so few and far between. Making matters worse, just because you land an interview is nothing to celebrate, because you still have a long way to go before you hear those magic words "you're hired".
Making matters worse is the elimination of the human element from the job search process. Many resumes are filtered out by computer programs, meaning you may be eliminated from consideration without any actual people at the company even knowing you exist. I vividly recall spending 45 minutes filling out an online application, hitting submit, and getting a rejection within 30 seconds!
What is somehow worse is to submit for a job and never hear anything. Even a "no", while frustrating, at least gives you some closure on that particular possibility.
Be thankful for rejection. Of course nobody likes being rejected, but it is better than being ignored. If you are very lucky, they may explain why you weren't chosen, which can be valuable information. Don't expect much more than a form rejection, however.
It can be a depressing, demoralizing problem, and one that can lead to serious depression if not dealt with properly. Here are some various tips and advice for navigating the treacherous waters of the current job market.
Forget about it. Once the interview is over, forget about the job and move on. Keep looking and submitting. That way, it will be a pleasant surprise if they call you back for a second interview, or better yet, an offer. Of course this is easier said than done, but it is possible, especially if you keep a lot of irons in the fire as opposed to trying to keep one coal lit.
Keep your emotions in check. A job interview rarely means light at the end of the tunnel, so don't get overly optimistic and start spending the first check. Likewise, a lack of response doesn't mean anything, either....not anymore. Remember that it only takes one "yes" to completely change your life. Don't stop pressing until you get it.
Hold your temper in the more ridiculous cases. I went for one job interview that was right up my alley, had a very pleasant meeting, everything went perfectly. At the end I was told that the position didn't actually exist, but they were simply interviewing people to determine if they wanted to add it. Of course my enthusiasm for this guy dropped through the floor, but I maintained my composure, thanked him for his time, and left. I figured nothing worse could happen, or that they could decide the next day to add the position and I would be the guy. Of course that didn't happen, but you never want to do anything to torpedo your chances.
Realize that the job search is a lot of "no's" and one "yes". Accept that the rejection is simply a part of the process that will, at some point, end well for you. You have to keep your spirits up, motivated, and encouraged. This is easier said than done, I know.
Keep the days from being empty. It is easy to wallow in depression and before you know it, you haven't gotten anything done. Set some goals for yourself for each day and check them off as you complete them. See if you can find three or four jobs to submit to, then hit the gym, or work in your yard, or read a book. I am a writer, and during one dry spell about ten years ago, I ended up writing a book during those days where I had little else to do. It was never published, but still a wonderful sense of accomplishment. Keep some momentum in your days.
Learn from your mistakes. Employers aren't likely to tell you why you weren't selected, but if you are lucky enough to receive your rejection through a phone call, you may be able to ask. Many times, it may have nothing to do with you at all; they just found a candidate who was more suited for the position.
Winston Churchill was famous for his commencement speech when he said "Never, never, never give up".
That is the secret of your success. Once you learn to deal with the rejection that is a natural part of the job search process, you can move forward and get closer to the day when someone finally says "Yes, you're our guy. Welcome aboard"
Happy hunting.
Billy D. Ritchie
Director Of Content
Leadsbyfone, LLC
LeadsByFone is a lead generation company servicing the water damage and flood cleaning industry.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Billy_D_Ritchie
Making matters worse is the elimination of the human element from the job search process. Many resumes are filtered out by computer programs, meaning you may be eliminated from consideration without any actual people at the company even knowing you exist. I vividly recall spending 45 minutes filling out an online application, hitting submit, and getting a rejection within 30 seconds!
What is somehow worse is to submit for a job and never hear anything. Even a "no", while frustrating, at least gives you some closure on that particular possibility.
Be thankful for rejection. Of course nobody likes being rejected, but it is better than being ignored. If you are very lucky, they may explain why you weren't chosen, which can be valuable information. Don't expect much more than a form rejection, however.
It can be a depressing, demoralizing problem, and one that can lead to serious depression if not dealt with properly. Here are some various tips and advice for navigating the treacherous waters of the current job market.
Forget about it. Once the interview is over, forget about the job and move on. Keep looking and submitting. That way, it will be a pleasant surprise if they call you back for a second interview, or better yet, an offer. Of course this is easier said than done, but it is possible, especially if you keep a lot of irons in the fire as opposed to trying to keep one coal lit.
Keep your emotions in check. A job interview rarely means light at the end of the tunnel, so don't get overly optimistic and start spending the first check. Likewise, a lack of response doesn't mean anything, either....not anymore. Remember that it only takes one "yes" to completely change your life. Don't stop pressing until you get it.
Hold your temper in the more ridiculous cases. I went for one job interview that was right up my alley, had a very pleasant meeting, everything went perfectly. At the end I was told that the position didn't actually exist, but they were simply interviewing people to determine if they wanted to add it. Of course my enthusiasm for this guy dropped through the floor, but I maintained my composure, thanked him for his time, and left. I figured nothing worse could happen, or that they could decide the next day to add the position and I would be the guy. Of course that didn't happen, but you never want to do anything to torpedo your chances.
Realize that the job search is a lot of "no's" and one "yes". Accept that the rejection is simply a part of the process that will, at some point, end well for you. You have to keep your spirits up, motivated, and encouraged. This is easier said than done, I know.
Keep the days from being empty. It is easy to wallow in depression and before you know it, you haven't gotten anything done. Set some goals for yourself for each day and check them off as you complete them. See if you can find three or four jobs to submit to, then hit the gym, or work in your yard, or read a book. I am a writer, and during one dry spell about ten years ago, I ended up writing a book during those days where I had little else to do. It was never published, but still a wonderful sense of accomplishment. Keep some momentum in your days.
Learn from your mistakes. Employers aren't likely to tell you why you weren't selected, but if you are lucky enough to receive your rejection through a phone call, you may be able to ask. Many times, it may have nothing to do with you at all; they just found a candidate who was more suited for the position.
Winston Churchill was famous for his commencement speech when he said "Never, never, never give up".
That is the secret of your success. Once you learn to deal with the rejection that is a natural part of the job search process, you can move forward and get closer to the day when someone finally says "Yes, you're our guy. Welcome aboard"
Happy hunting.
Billy D. Ritchie
Director Of Content
Leadsbyfone, LLC
LeadsByFone is a lead generation company servicing the water damage and flood cleaning industry.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Billy_D_Ritchie