ebs Recruiters’ Post

After 8 rejections, my candidate said she wasn't cut out for this. I watched her confidence crumble with each 'no.' Two weeks later, she landed her dream role I know that feeling. After enough “no’s,” you start questioning everything about yourself. But here’s what candidates (like her) often miss in those moments: Rejection isn’t always about your skills or qualifications. It wasn't even about her interview skills… (Those actually got sharper with each conversation) Sometimes it’s just timing. Sometimes it’s just fit. Two weeks later, another recruiter called her about a role for one of my clients.  Same industry, similar role, comparable compensation. The difference? The culture matched her style. The hiring manager valued her direct communication. And her project management background, dismissed elsewhere, was exactly what they needed. She started last week and already feels like she’s found her place. This is why persistence matters in job searching. It’s not just applying to more places, You have to stay the course while every “no” redirects you closer to the right “yes.” This is exactly what happened for my candidate.... Every rejection taught her something.  Every interview made her clearer about what she wanted.  Every conversation prepared her for role that finally fit. To anyone discouraged by rejection: Keep going. The right company is out there. And they need exactly what you bring.