2 posts tagged with "rejection"

Getting rejected during a job search sucks. There's no sugar-coating it. But treating rejection like a debugging session instead of a personal failure changes everything about how you approach your job search.

In software development, we don't take bugs personally. A failed test doesn't mean we're bad developers — it means something in the system needs fixing. The same logic applies to job rejections: they're data points that help you optimize your approach, not judgments on your worth as a professional.

Getting a job offer feels good, even when it's not the perfect role. After weeks of interviews and rejections, there's validation in being chosen. But saying yes to the wrong opportunity can set your career back more than staying in your current role or continuing your search.

The decision isn't just about whether the job is "good enough" — it's about whether it moves you toward your career goals or away from them. Some offers are stepping stones; others are dead ends. The key is knowing the difference.