How to Respond to a REJECTION Email | Internship & Job Search Tip

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No matter how disappointing it is to get rejected after applying to a job, you should always reply to a recruiter’s or hiring manager’s rejection email with a thank you note.

Many job seekers choose *not* to respond when they don’t get the job. In doing this, these applicants miss out on the chance to turn rejection into future job opportunities. Watch this video to learn why you should respond to rejection with gratitude and how this simple strategy can help your career.

0:00 Always respond to the recruiter or hiring manager with a thank you note
0:47 What I learned as a hiring manager
1:13 How to advocate for yourself to get the next job
2:42 How this strategy helped me in my own applications

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I'm a TV host, video producer, and speaker who’s passionate about helping women and professionals of color advocate for themselves at work. I created this video series, Career Survival Guide™️, to help early-career women and POC navigate career challenges -- think of me as the older cousin you turn to for career advice. Outside of Career Survival Guide, I currently anchor the news on KCTS 9, Seattle’s PBS channel. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more videos on career development, diversity & inclusion, and strategies for success. Learn more at starlasampaco.com/about.

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by featured individuals do not necessarily represent the views of Starla Sampaco or Career Survival Guide™️. Information from these videos should not be considered substitutes for advice provided by attorneys or other qualified experts. Career Survival Guide™️ content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Results are not guaranteed.


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