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| Rejection
is a cruel reality of job-hunting. Sometimes it occurs before
you’ve even had the opportunity to share your qualifications
beyond the initial application. Other times it happens after
you have gone through several rounds of interviews. Employers
are attempting to hire the best candidate based on the information
they obtain. Here are some ways to maintain a positive attitude
and stay motivated:
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Send
a thank-you note to the employer indicating your continued
interest in their organization. Restate your qualifications
and ask to be considered for future openings. |
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Employers
are looking for a candidate possessing specific qualifications
and the ability to fit within their company culture. Develop
a strategy that communicates your skills and personality traits
so that you will stand out from the crowd. |
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Don’t
eliminate a company that rejected you from your list of prospects.
The next time your qualifications might be a better fit. Add
your company contact to your job search network and continue
to communicate with them throughout the search process. |
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Discuss
your job search methods with your networking contacts and mentor.
If you want a different result, you may have to do something
different. It may be time for a reality check: what changes
could you make in your resume, cover letter, or interview behavior
that might change the outcome? |
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Don’t
put all your hopes into one position in your dream company.
Continue your search even after applying for that perfect position! |
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Use
a variety of methods to identify job leads: classified ads,
online job boards, recruiters, job fairs, networking, professional
associations, company web sites, and alumni contacts. Some avenues
will be more effective than others, but a multi-faceted approach
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Realize
that many job searches can take six months or a year (or longer.)
Create a support system that will keep you from feeling isolated
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Career Exploration Office is here to help! Contact us at 614-292-8493,
292-3503 or careerexploration@osu.edu. |
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Fall
workshops are now posted on the CEO website (http://careers.ohiostatealumni.org/workshops.php).
Don’t miss out on these upcoming sessions: Creating
a Career Portfolio, Using the Internet in your Career Search,
and Improving your Interviewing Skills! Register
early!
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Career Exploration Office (CEO) hosts the Buckeye Job Board
on our website. If you are seeking new career opportunities,
be sure to frequently check out the positions on this free
online database! www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org/jobboard.html
Employers who are seeking experienced OSU alumni can post
open positions for 30 days at no cost. Please encourage
your organization to solicit candidates using this resource. |
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| Career
Exploration Office, 152 Mount Hall, 1050 Carmack Road, Columbus,
Ohio 43210-1002
(614) 292-8493 or (614) 292-3503, www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org,
e-mail: careerexploration@osu.edu. |
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