Sending you love and virtual hugs, I feel like I had the same thought process you had this year and I get it. When you put yourself out there hoping that another person sees your potential and then they dont, that can be heartbreaking. But take comfort in your courage: you did the courageous thing by applying. That was really brave! I'm really happy to hear that you put yourself out there. And you can always try again, but you should remember that everytime you try, thats something to be proud of. Wishing you all the best in finding something that gives you more joy in life! ❤️
Thank you so much for this. And thanks for reminding me that putting yourself out there is brave, even when it doesn’t go the way you hoped. Sending you love back 🤍
I loved this so much!! It really put into words what I’ve been feeling recently. I was rejected by the BBC for being too anxious, and then came second in a role for Warner bros cos the other guy just happened to live closer (these were film related jobs).
It was absolutely crushing and it chipped away at my motivation massively. BUT it made me realise all I wanted to do was write and maybe that rejection was redirection. It made me realise maybe I didn’t WANT to work in such a competitive place that makes such cold decisions. I discovered Substack and started building a platform on here and I’ve been much happier.
Those rejections saved me from an environment that wasn’t right for me.
Thank you so much for sharing this! It really moved me. I’m so sorry you went through those rejections, and I completely relate to how crushing that feels. I love what you said about rejection being redirection. That’s what I plan to further sit with and figure out where to redirect from here. hearing that you found your way to writing and Substack and are happier now gives me so much hope. ❤️
I know it’s a disappointment but there’s so much unknown. You might not have gotten the job because of any other reason besides talent. Just keep trying and moving in the right direction. People don’t always make the right decisions in hiring for the silliest reasons. I love your writing and you should definitely enjoy your other skills and hobby. Keep going! It will happen!
Thank you so much for this! it really helped to read today. You’re right, there’s so much we never see behind these decisions. And thank you for the kind words about my writing. That meant more than you know!
First good for you for trying, so many people will not and that is truly the first step. Secondly, the hard truth is never let one person or even fifty peoples view change how you see yourself. If you believe you can then you simply can it just may take a little more work. As someone who worked in HR for many years I always recommend candidates reach out and ask for feedback. Thank them for their time and consideration, and then ask what was it that had them moving away from you? This way you have something you can tangibly work on so that you will be prepared for the next opportunity. We should never give up on our dreams but also know that sometimes those dreams and us have to find just the right alignment to fully come to pass. I wish you nothing but luck and passion as you continue to dream big and find the place you are meant to be to bridge the gap of your business and creative sides.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and generous response. It helped more than I can say, especially the reminder to keep believing in myself while also learning and growing. I’m really grateful for this! ❤️
I believe that when something bigger is coming, the universe gives you a hard battle to prepare you for a greater opportunity. I won’t tell you not to think about it, but try to see it as a chance to shape you and strengthen you. The most difficult feeling is rejection — it truly shakes you from the inside, but maybe it has a reason. Without this rejection, we would never be reading this article; you would never have written it and helped people around the world feel less alone, reminding them that everyone experiences their own rejections and doubts. Thank you for sharing, for opening your heart, and for trusting us with your thoughts. It truly helps.
Thank you so much for this. It genuinely helped me today. The reminder that something bigger and better might be coming is something I can hold onto, and the care in your words really touched me. This is honestly why I write and share!
Wow did you somehow crawl into my brain and write this? I am very here too. The career is everything father and what is everyone else’s version of success is identical. I like dance but like art more than writing. Rejection feels like home so I just kind of accept it and keep going searching for the home I want not the home I am from if that helps any. This gives me hope that it’s bigger than me, that whole generations of people came from a background where a job title, a dollar sign, and someone else’s definition of success defined your worth and identity. A place where we were all told the arts are worthless. Are we quietly changing that and bringing back a renaissance era?
Sending you love and virtual hugs, I feel like I had the same thought process you had this year and I get it. When you put yourself out there hoping that another person sees your potential and then they dont, that can be heartbreaking. But take comfort in your courage: you did the courageous thing by applying. That was really brave! I'm really happy to hear that you put yourself out there. And you can always try again, but you should remember that everytime you try, thats something to be proud of. Wishing you all the best in finding something that gives you more joy in life! ❤️
Thank you so much for this. And thanks for reminding me that putting yourself out there is brave, even when it doesn’t go the way you hoped. Sending you love back 🤍
I loved this so much!! It really put into words what I’ve been feeling recently. I was rejected by the BBC for being too anxious, and then came second in a role for Warner bros cos the other guy just happened to live closer (these were film related jobs).
It was absolutely crushing and it chipped away at my motivation massively. BUT it made me realise all I wanted to do was write and maybe that rejection was redirection. It made me realise maybe I didn’t WANT to work in such a competitive place that makes such cold decisions. I discovered Substack and started building a platform on here and I’ve been much happier.
Those rejections saved me from an environment that wasn’t right for me.
Thank you so much for sharing this! It really moved me. I’m so sorry you went through those rejections, and I completely relate to how crushing that feels. I love what you said about rejection being redirection. That’s what I plan to further sit with and figure out where to redirect from here. hearing that you found your way to writing and Substack and are happier now gives me so much hope. ❤️
I know it’s a disappointment but there’s so much unknown. You might not have gotten the job because of any other reason besides talent. Just keep trying and moving in the right direction. People don’t always make the right decisions in hiring for the silliest reasons. I love your writing and you should definitely enjoy your other skills and hobby. Keep going! It will happen!
Thank you so much for this! it really helped to read today. You’re right, there’s so much we never see behind these decisions. And thank you for the kind words about my writing. That meant more than you know!
First good for you for trying, so many people will not and that is truly the first step. Secondly, the hard truth is never let one person or even fifty peoples view change how you see yourself. If you believe you can then you simply can it just may take a little more work. As someone who worked in HR for many years I always recommend candidates reach out and ask for feedback. Thank them for their time and consideration, and then ask what was it that had them moving away from you? This way you have something you can tangibly work on so that you will be prepared for the next opportunity. We should never give up on our dreams but also know that sometimes those dreams and us have to find just the right alignment to fully come to pass. I wish you nothing but luck and passion as you continue to dream big and find the place you are meant to be to bridge the gap of your business and creative sides.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and generous response. It helped more than I can say, especially the reminder to keep believing in myself while also learning and growing. I’m really grateful for this! ❤️
Never personalise rejection .
If you dont keep trying you will never live in your truth
I believe that when something bigger is coming, the universe gives you a hard battle to prepare you for a greater opportunity. I won’t tell you not to think about it, but try to see it as a chance to shape you and strengthen you. The most difficult feeling is rejection — it truly shakes you from the inside, but maybe it has a reason. Without this rejection, we would never be reading this article; you would never have written it and helped people around the world feel less alone, reminding them that everyone experiences their own rejections and doubts. Thank you for sharing, for opening your heart, and for trusting us with your thoughts. It truly helps.
Thank you so much for this. It genuinely helped me today. The reminder that something bigger and better might be coming is something I can hold onto, and the care in your words really touched me. This is honestly why I write and share!
Wow did you somehow crawl into my brain and write this? I am very here too. The career is everything father and what is everyone else’s version of success is identical. I like dance but like art more than writing. Rejection feels like home so I just kind of accept it and keep going searching for the home I want not the home I am from if that helps any. This gives me hope that it’s bigger than me, that whole generations of people came from a background where a job title, a dollar sign, and someone else’s definition of success defined your worth and identity. A place where we were all told the arts are worthless. Are we quietly changing that and bringing back a renaissance era?