It may be a little awkward, but dont let that stop you.

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Updated 3 years ago,January 3, 2022

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Read The Entire Response

This may sound lame, but you know what I am talking about.

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Jakob Owens

You are looking for the keywords before you read.

Is there a sorry or a Congratulations.

Breathe

It is not easy to read a rejection email, so breathe often.

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it’s possible for you to take your time with it.

Just dont pop in.

Get up, walk away for a bit and express.

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Jakob Owens

Let yourself feel what you are feeling.

If you have to, cry.

If you oughta, scream.

Whatever you do, keep this away from the internet.

Process It

And know that processes are not quick.

It will take time to let this go, but do your best to let it go that day.

Affirm Yourself

You didnt land the job and you are still incredible.

There will be more job opportunities, this rejection letter does not add or remove from value.

Chances are they have been rejected before too so they get it.

Craft your response with this in mind.

Ask Them Why

It may be a little awkward, but dont let that stop you.

Learn From It

Whatever they say, take it and have a go at learn from it.

Chances are it was a blind spot.

You will do better next time with this knowledge.

Apply Elsewhere

There are more jobs out there and you are still incredible.

Send out another software.