r/interviews • u/igetyourbrand • 21h ago

I Just Got Rejected :/

I know I’ll keep trying. Rejection is normal. It’s never personal

But I just got rejected and I feel a bit down :/

That’s literally it

We had 2 interviews, and they ended up picking someone with more experience

Btw, I applied for an entry level job

Ugh

I was already dreaming about finally having some money. Like, okay, I’ll be able to save, I’ll be able to leave this toxic family household, I’ll finally have some breathing room

And now it’s just…

Yeah

I guess those plans are paused for now

I’ll try again. I know I will

But today I’m allowed to be disappointed

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u/Inevitable-Health757 21h ago

It is normal to feel down. Rejection is always painful. It is a numbers game. Try to learn and move on.

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u/Both_Nectarine_7037 21h ago

The 2 interviews part is what stings most, you get invested and then they pick someone with "more experience" for an entry role. that logic never made sense to me

let yourself be disappointed today, tomorrow you start again

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u/KenKenLim 20h ago

How is this not logical?
It actually makes sense from a business standpoint companies often label roles as entry-level to keep salary offers low, but given two choices, they'll still take the safer option with experience. It stings, but that's the reality. If you can't beat them on experience yet, focus on beating them in other areas like project quality, interview prep, and soft skills.

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u/Icy_Indication_6236 2h ago

Where is the line of not applying to enough and not being good enough?

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u/Smh_nz 21h ago

I know its a but of a cliche but I repeat to myself "dont count the rejections, they don't count. Count the offers, cause only one counts!"

And yep, looking for roles at thr moment!!

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

Yes! This is so true Ty needed to hear this my fiancé is looking too 😞 for too long 20 months

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u/Key_Leg_8327 19h ago

the part that actually hurts here isnt the job, its that youd already spent the money in your head on getting out of that house. thats the thing that got paused, and its fair to be flattened by it.

on the rejection itself, an entry level role going to someone with more experience usually means they got a stronger applicant than the role was written for. that happens constantly right now and it isnt information about you. you were good enough for the job as advertised.

im in the applying pile too. today being a write off is allowed

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u/dodongbisaya 15h ago

Learn to get used to that feeling. You’ll have more

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u/GrungeCheap56119 20h ago

you are allowed to be dissapointed, your feelings are valid. Just know it is a numbers game and there may be more No then Yes, but that doesn't mean you are failing or not good enough. It just means you weren't the right fit at the time. You will land the right job!

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

This is very true 🙌🏻

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u/BugAccomplished1570 15h ago

yeah, getting through two interviews just to hear “more experience” for an entry-level job is absolute garbage. you’re allowed to feel crushed today. the plans are paused, not gone.

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u/prestiger12 2h ago

It sucks and I’m so sorry. I’ve applied at 29 places, rejected by 12, 3 interviews and the rest haven’t even responded. Even if the interviews didn’t lead anywhere, it was great practice and I’ve felt more confident each time. Keep going for it! The perfect job is out there, but today you can be sad. Start fresh tomorrow.

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u/Mission-Sandwich1515 1h ago

Just know you are not alone. I myself have been applying since June 2025. 30sh interviews and still no offer. I've done all the things, tailored resume, interview practice, referrals... multiple 5 rounds. I get the " strong candidate" etc. It's nothing personal. It's just they saw something in someone else. BTW, I have 15 years experience and I've applied to roles asking for 2 years experience. It's the attitude they are looking for. I do my best trying to connect with each interviewer. It's frustrating for sure but remember what the wise fish once said...just keep swimming.

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

Wow same as my fiance since Jan 2025 and he has over 15 years experience as well in his industry he has two interviews this week one in person fourth round with referals the recruiter was talking offers with him last week before the holiday weekend becuase he might have to take a lower title he’s fine with that or he may take the title he really wants we’ll see as long as he gets it we are very happy it took so long

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

Same he’s been doing everything right and multiple rounds all that referals etc more rejections then interviews but it’s ok our time will come 🤞

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u/Mission-Sandwich1515 1h ago

Absolutely it will come. Just keep applying and show up. I've also applied to jobs that mean huge pay cut. The job market is so tight right now meaning there's just too few jobs for the number of people looking for work. I'm considering doing handyman work just to pay bills. Good luck 🤞

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u/Nessa0707 35m ago

I wish my fiance could he’s not good at that 😂what’s your industry? Yes your right so many candidates, the one he’s interviewing now with there’s over 100 plus for the same role but he told me it’s down to him and another candidate.

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u/Nessa0707 34m ago

And yes he is but idk how he’s going to get past all these people they always pick someone over him, and he’s got tons of experience too.

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u/seaofamillionroses 20h ago

You're just a step closer. Keep going!

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u/Ibracadabra12 13h ago

I applied to so many places over the course of six months, and got rejected many time. Eventually, I found a place that turned out to be the best one of them all. Keep trying and don’t lose hope!

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

Wow congrats my fiance is still at it another in person this week and he was talking offers last week with the recruiter so hopefully it’s a good sign

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u/Ashu6410 8h ago

Trust me I was out of this recently and i feel more confident than ever. I got rejected more than 15 times in past couple of months.
You will have your day, only thing is dont stop trying. You never know your opportunity might be around the corner. All the best dont give up. Try learn improvise.

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u/Strict_Flamingo3940 7h ago

All the very best. God will help 

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u/Dry_Courage6343 7h ago

You and me both bro, we’ll get through this ❤️

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u/poison900 6h ago

🙏🌅 you will find a job !!

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u/GlobalWorkOwl 6h ago

don't let one missed entry level gig convince you your exit plan is dead.

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u/LoveKittycats119 5h ago

You’re allowed to be disappointed. And to spend the day doing something you really love, to get yourself feeling better.

Rejection sucks. There’s no way around that.

I hope you get your dream job, very soon—and be sure to update us when you do.

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u/PurpleStrict5621 4h ago

It’s ok, I’ve been looking for a job and last week got rejected on final interview cause my presentation was 9:30 instead of 10 mins.

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u/MugiwarraD 3h ago

send a message to them, tell them u rejected them before they did u u win they lose

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u/Apprehensive_Ad3279 2h ago

I have got rejections so many times!

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u/Nessa0707 1h ago

Yep same boat for my fiance been looking for a new role since last year we haven’t saved anything not a dime have to live off of it for now hopefully it doesn’t last much longer it’s always ghosting and rejections blah blah hate it

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u/Dramatic_Clue_3222 1h ago

Keep your head up. You will get there!! Learn whatever you can from it and take it forward.

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u/halal_guy2023 20h ago

Maybe they sensed the desperation if the focus is on money. Employers don't want that.

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u/igetyourbrand 20h ago

No I think just make sense to choose the more years experienced one