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Reasons for rejection and how to turn it around

Job seekers should avoid these behaviors to get hired Related ContentLearning from job rejection Getting an employer to say yes means eliminating the reasons why someone would say no. Career experts offer advice on common causes of rejection: Coming on too strong. Because of the job market, a lot of people are applying for more junior positions or taking a step back, said Dawn Godaire, director of human resources at the Heart Rhythm Society. Some candidates give almost a "you're lucky to have me vibe" that turns employers off. Be sensitive about saying what you want to change, because people will hear it as saying they've been doing it wrong, said leadership coach… Read More