Got rejected after doing a product case study for a company I was really excited about. Have spoken to so many companies by now and nothing seems to click. I am aware I am coming off as not confident too, which is how I am actually feeling both in my current workplace and interviews. Feeling very dejected and unsure on how to pick myself up and show up.

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Fake confidence, until you feel confident.

Confidence is a feeling.

Confidence means you feel comfortable.

You are worthy. You have value.

If you can step back and think about why you are uncomfortable / not confident.

Is it external (hiring manger negative) ? Is it uncertainty about the project / program / product ? You are working with a complicated problem space ?

Or is it internal ? Are you being negative ?

If you can figure out why…. then you can lack there problem.

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Ooooh I love that idea!

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Practice does make perfect. What has helped me is creating a document with prepared responses to common questions and keeping that in front of me while during the interview. In addition, a prepared about me and day to day has assisted in responding more naturally as I used my own words. Stay positive and what is meant to be will come.

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I'd strongly recommend working with a mentor or career coach. The more you work through your insecurities, the more confident you'll become and the more offers you'll get. In the meantime, try not to take it personal. The right role will come along. Don't give up!

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Could you share how to go about finding a career coach?

I’ve been there I bombed my at that moment dream job. You are talented you will find a great job and succeed. I found practicing helped, also going through the jd and identifying key stories that demonstrate skills help. And doing practice take homes

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Thank you so much for the positive words and the actionable advice. Really appreciate this group and it's positive solidarity.

Right there with you! Just got a fresh round of rejections this week. We will find something that is meant for us!

Wish you all the best! I can only hope that this will make the ultimate offer that much more meaningful.

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