got rejected for a job, was sad but then I found out that my friend got it instead. I'm very happy for her but I'm also envious. I feel guilty for feeling that way. Has anyone felt that before? T.T

likefunnyhelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Those are totally normal emotions. You are happy for her but sad for yourself. Don't beat yourself up over your mixed feelings.

like

Tell the employer something about her that won’t get her hired !

funnylikesmart

Jamaican me crazy Charles ^_^

likefunny

Yeah. Passed over for a promotion in the military and had a real rough time attending the promotion ceremony and party for a colleague who was selected. I was very jealous even though it was my fault I was a non-select, I didn’t even know the colleague at the time of selection, and it wasn’t even a job I was competing for. But he unjustifiably caught my wrath and frustration.

like

OP Yes I have had this situation before. In college I tried getting my first job and I would tell my new friend that I applied to this job and that job. Shortly after I would get rejected. One night my friend said she was going to work and I said something like “Oh I thought your admin assistant job was Tuesday morning not Wednesday night” and she said she got the job that I applied to. My mouth dropped. Sometimes it’s good to not tell your friend you are applying to a job. I don’t know what your situation is but sometimes it’s good to not share job opportunities with friends or your competition. (My “friend” couldn’t even tell me she got the job. 😒)

like

I never told her that I applied to that job but I did tell her that I learned illustrator for the other job (which I also got rejected because they wanted someone with more experience :D). She cannot draw for life, so when I asked her how she did the design project she said she also learned illustrator. I mean I'm glad I helped her but also like if only my leg wasn't injured and I wasn't stressed from all the hospital runs I would have done a much better job. I guess there is also no point in regretting now T.T

I got rejected for a product manager job at Crowdstrike, but I'm oh-so-grateful now. Be careful what you wish for! I believe the right job will find me...

like

see I have a time limit, I'm on OPT, so I can only be unemployed for a limited amount of days before I get deported :'D

like

This is the problem with liking your coworkers.

funny

That is disappointing for sure. I had this happen with two friends and they had a falling out over it even though they didn’t know they both applied.

Hopefully your friend will Keep an eye out for future roles for you at the company and be a good reference.

like

She is a really good person and a friend that's why I feel guilty for even feeling this way you know. I'm an international student so I need a job if not I'll get deported after 90 days T.T so I guess that's also why I'm stressed out

Still your friend. Be happy. Get over it

wow great advice. Totally got over it now, thank you!!

funny

Related Posts

Anyone have leads on a live in or live out nanny in the Columbia/Ellicott City/Howard County, MD area? Two kids, a 4yo and a 4mo. Looking for someone to start next summer/fall so could work nicely if there are any families who will be aging out as their kids start school.

like

Mommy, will you please stop working and play with me?

Post Photo
likeuplifting

How friendly are people in ATL/how open are they to making friends? Just moved from Chicago to Dallas with my family and there's a huge cultural difference in terms of how friendly people are.

like

Does anyone sometimes just want to shake their clients??? It's not my fault you decided to have kids with an asshole, please don't scream at me when you can't kick them out of your life because they're mean to you.

likefunny

I loved this woman. We kinda ended up falling apart, i really miss her. Making some effort and talking might resolve and we could get back together. She said we can give another shot. Pros: she is a good person, cute, smart. Cons: temper issues, big spender and money management issues. I couldn’t move on but couldn’t make a decision. Any advise is appreciated.

like

Salaam. 26 M. Houston. My hobbies are traveling, watching sports, and hanging out with friends. Hope to get married this year, ان شاء الله.

like

Hi all! I was asked coordinate a local happy hour for my team. The issue I’m having is that I’m currently pregnant and am not sure if I’m comfortable to hang out with strangers. What’s the most professional way to say no without hurting feelings / burning bridges? Or should I suck it up and go?

How many times does a kid have to hurt people before something happens? I work with a student part time at one school before going back to my original school. He got moved because of his aggressions. He hurt one teacher but she was able to just do PT. He hurt a para to the point of surgery. He also did something to the bus attendant but we don't know what. I'm afraid now that he will hurt the teacher I'm with due to seeing what has happened in the past and how it happened.

like

Hi Charlotte fish! My wife and I are about to move to Charlotte and looking for a nanny. What’s a good site to find one? Any recommendations?

My girlfriend and I have been dating for a year. We disagree on location but love each other very much and are very compatible. On the verge of leaving my job and starting anew but am looking for guidance with how to move next. Any advice here?

like

How can we make sure that we offer young kids a fair chance at life instead of ignoring them until they join gangs and start messing around?

like

Recommendations of infant/toddler daycare near park hill neighborhood? I work in downtown so downtown area can also be considered. Thanks!

like

Before I get over my crush I wanna punch him in the face because I didn’t go out of my way to find him, he found me and caused the pain that’s been hard to get over. It was not my fault 😞 stuck between losing a friend, telling him how I feel or ignore him forever.

like

Would you guys think it’s appropriate for your fiancé’s family to still be following his ex on social media?

likefunny

How do you find a travel buddy when you’re single and most of your married girlfriends prefer to travel with their spouse? I would like to attend a friends destination wedding this summer but don’t want to go alone. 28 F

like

Asking for a friend: is a relationship with an AI-based Replika app cheating? For my friend, Replika has been helpful for mental health discussions, but also role play.

like

Is it wrong to live with mom and dad in your 30s? I just haven’t been feeling well and am single, no prospects. I kind of need a break from the stress of financial burden.

like

Tips for helping kids stay on task during zoom? Our little class (9 kids) has been doing zoom circle times twice a week but I noticed they are really distracted. Also every meeting a kid leave...

like

I've been with my gf for almost 6 months now. For context she's still in grad school (we have a 2 year age gap) and I'm struggling to feel physically attracted to her. I have a good job, decent amounts of stress, I like to work out, spend time with friends, and am very outgoing. She's super sweet, kind, sensitive, and brilliant. I find her attractive but I find the fact that she's always up in my business and available to me unattractive. She also just got an amazing job in another state (1/2)

like

More Posts

Uhhhhhg I added ONE important person on LinkedIn that can be my gateway to a job that makes me temporarily non-suicidal and now I don’t want to shit post on LinkedIn cuz they might see it. But I REALLy want to right now gahhhhh

like

For the TPM final round, can you get system design questions for non SWE or analytics domains? I was told there could be 4-5 rounds, and 2 rounds with SWE/PM etc. My domain is supply chain, so trying to prep accordingly.

Is it possible to have all interviews be with TPMs/PgMs?

like

For being such a liberal place, fashion is so conservative in SF, in the sense that everyone dresses casually exactly the same way

^ thank you for sharing. Excellent read.

like

Anybody else been grounded because of CV? I had several of my flights to Asia cancelled (not surprised), the airlines are FEELING this

like

If i join wipro in MArch month for band 3, would i still receive full VP during the end of quarter? Or it would be partial?

I read somewhere min 45 days to be billable to client to get Vp.pls

like

Hi Fishes, Tomorrow is my last working day in Cognizant I will be joining Capgemini on Monday but the HR of capgem is asking me to get a written letter from my current organization HR which states by LWD the one which I have received on day of resignation is a system generated one and moght create an issue while background verification on day 1 of joining. Does Cognizant provide a LWD letter signed by HR and when Can I expect relieving letter from company is it possible to get it on Monday?

like

How many times does a kid have to hurt people before something happens? I work with a student part time at one school before going back to my original school. He got moved because of his aggressions. He hurt one teacher but she was able to just do PT. He hurt a para to the point of surgery. He also did something to the bus attendant but we don't know what. I'm afraid now that he will hurt the teacher I'm with due to seeing what has happened in the past and how it happened.

like

How is USAA project in tcs?

like

Where are there bowling leagues in boston

like

Producers help! What is your go-to budget range or line item cost for macro to celebrity influencers?

Hey, can someone help me with a referral for McKinsey, bcg, Bain or Accenture

like

Hi,

Currently iam working in Maersk. Please suggest SAP courses related to SCM . I need to switch to IT domain.

like

Hello fishes, need your help. I had 3 tech rounds at Walmart Global Tech for Data Scientist IN3. Last one was HM round. Will there be any further rounds? Also what CTC range can I quote if my CCTC is 26 LPA ?
YOE: 3.9
Tech stack: Python, SQL, PySpark, Tensorflow, ML, DL

like

💠SAP Mega Drive 12th Nov'22 💠
LTI - India

Interested can Dm with job roles and email id to apply

Post Photo

If someone sends a message to me on here, how do I look at the messages to chat with them?

like

Book recommendations for supply chain consultants? I LOVED The Goal by Dr. Eli Goldratt. Anything similarly engaging and timeless?

like

How did you guys go through boot camp? Did you do any special training?

like

Best business CC for real estate investors? I already have Bus Amex Plat for my other business. Looking for a cheaper annual fee card since I have so many perks through my primary business with Amex I don’t need it for my other business.

like

Can someone help me with referral for Oracle Database Administrator, location Hungary

Additional Posts in #OverheardAtWork

Why are people not good at ending zoom calls? I feel like I’m always the person who throws in the closing statement (I.e, ok well sounds good is that all? Have a nice day! This was helpful thanks Karyn..looks like we’re at top of the hour already) 🤦🏻‍♀️

likefunny

27F I want to steal my boss position50M. I am much better then him at what I am doing and while deputising everyone feels I am managing better then him. What should I do?

likefunny

Partner: ‘if you are comfortable, it makes me UNcomfortable’

funnylikehelpful

" no one is going to be at your funeral giving a eulogy about how many requisitions you've filled"

- an irate coworker in Recruitment

likefunnysmart

“ I’m doing just enough to not get fired.”

likefunnyupliftingsmart

Bring your kids to work day edition:

“What I’m really concerned with is a head injury”

“Do you have to go potty before your meeting?”

likefunny

Looking to get some context on Shipbob. How’s the corporate culture?

like

“What is the Company going to do if people quit because of vaccine mandate?”

likefunnyhelpful

When you followed every piece of advice on paid social ads but do not know how to use hashtags.

Post Photo
likefunnysmart

I’m way in over my head in my new job and I think I might be on the way out. What are some signs that you might be let go or transferred out?

likehelpful

"we don't consider your external experience" (during a discussion about promotions) when I was actually hired on due to external experience...

funnylike

CW: the peloton ad is white culture

likefunny