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I've had a hybrid role for the past 4 years where I get unlimited sick days (well 14 really until fmla kicked in), 3 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days. I am also given the week after Xmas off. if my toddlers are sick I can work at home with them. Interviewing w fortune 500 that offers 15 pto days that have to use for sick days too.Strictly in office job 9-5 and dress bus.prof. These bad benefits? Outdated culture?I am a seasoned professional. Seems tough.
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I know that sting. What’s helped me is doing a quick self-audit after each interview: Were there any questions I stumbled on? Did my answers align with what they seemed to value? I jot down notes right after while it’s fresh. Sometimes it’s not about fixing—it’s just timing.
Sometimes, it's not about technicality or how you respond, but whether the interviewers found you relatable. The more you want something / hold on to something, the more you end up losing it. Try interviewing using past experiences as a focus while showing how you can value add to their team & support your manager in furthering his/her interedt without telling them directly. Q&A part is as crucial in achieving this
Remember that every company has its own unique values and culture, even when the job titles look identical on paper. I've been there too - during the post-COVID SEM boom, I personally bombed 5-10 interviews before finding my fit. So two rejections? That's actually just part of the normal process. Think of each interview as a learning opportunity. Take some time to reflect on what worked and what didn't, then adjust your approach for the next one. Job hunting is a skill that improves with practice. Also, try to see interviews as more than just Q&A sessions. Companies are evaluating you across multiple dimensions - your technical knowledge, how you handle scenarios, and your collaborative potential. To stand out, you need to demonstrate strength in all these areas. The right match is out there and each interview brings you one step closer to finding it.
I'm sorry that happened. If you haven't already, I'd recommend emailing your main contact at each company (or the person who notified you of the rejection). You might write:
"Dear [Name],
Thank you so much for letting me know. I appreciate the communication. Of course, I'm disappointed that I didn't get the job, but please know, I LOVED this hiring process and still very much want to work for you someday. What is the best way for me to be proactive and stay on your radar screen for future opportunities?"
Sending this message will not only boost your motivation but also keep the door open at each company so that if, for some reason, another person needs to be hired, you're at (or near) the top of the list.
There could be many reasons as to why you were rejected. Maybe you didn't come across as the must-have candidate (rather than a nice-to-have candidate), or maybe the company realized they had to stop hiring for a period. You likely did very well in your interviews, especially since you felt positive afterwards. Ultimately, hiring is discrimination, and the hiring manager must make the decision as to who will join the company.
I think assessing your unique value add (UVA) could help you determine how to present yourself as the must-have candidate (which will be critical to succeeding in future interviews). I highly recommend using the "Unlock Your UVA" AI tool in this free job search resource center: https://workitdaily.lpages.co/free-resource-center-optin/
You've got this... I believe that with the right strategies, you will succeed! I hope this helps! 😊
You got this!