Phillip, everybody that has read your comment can relate, because it has happened to all of us. What I want to add is that if a company says "no" then they determined you are not a fit, which is their right. If they came to that conclusion (for whatever reason) then it was not meant to be. Even if you somehow got the job, it probably would not have worked out. You have to trust that a company and hiring manager knows what they want based on their experience. They want anyone they hire to be successful; therefore, they are doing you a favor by being honest with you that you don't fit in their culture. That being said, there are many companies that will find you right for what they need and will hire you because they think you will be successful. A rejection is just feedback - it is not a pronouncement that you are a failure and not worthy of a job. Instead, look at it as an opportunity that frees you up to find the right job that you will win at. At least that is the perspective I try to take, but it is not easy. Good luck you will find what you want and you will get what you need.

I eat icecream and go for a walk and then go research some more jobs. I think I applied to close to 50 jobs before I got an interview last week, and I had to turn the job down. If it helps, research who is doing the hiring, and send your resume and qualifications directly to that person. Seriously, online applications are sometimes shot down by a computer because programmed "buzzwords" are missing. So...skip the computer and go to the source. Every job I've ever had came from either a phone call to the company or an email to the HR director.

Good luck!

Hey Phillip, my name is Nicole, nice to chat w you!!! First off Please stop referring to your last few interviews as Failures or A "Bust" as you stated! All things in life are experiences regardless of the outcome and considered lessons, as long as your learning something I'd def consider it a WIN.. Look back on each interview and pull something you know you rocked from it and then something you seemed to have second guessed. Reexamine how you may approach your less glowing moments differently. You can even google the position and eg. Interview question and in most cases others have posted THIER own experiences..may be helpful if you just are unable to pinpoint what areas you need a refresher in. I can almost garuntee once you start embracing these experiences positively you will see a improvement in all outcomes and attitudes toward these experience!!!!

Me too. It seems like I don't give the answers in the way they are looking for. It has been frustrating for me also. Just read up on interview tips and know that the job might not be a good fit in your favor, not theirs.

I wouldn't let it get you down a lot of companies already know who they want for the position but have to interview all inquiries even though they know that they want Cindy from accounting to fill the spot

Hi Phillip, I don't know what your background is or what you have experience in, but today it's all about branding yourself and your skill set. I would not recommend taking a passive approach to getting a job. If you find a company you like, try to link with them through social media or go to the location and express your interest in the company, and see if you can speak with someone about what they would recommend for you to come on board. Many companies will not tell applicants that sometimes they are experiencing some financial setbacks and will post positions even if they are not currently hiring just to see what is out there if they need to replace a worker who leaves. I recently spoke with a company who told me that, so don't take it personally when you get rejected. There may be other company reasons for the rejection. Look for smaller companies that may be more flexible with bringing someone on part-time, or I have a friend who has brought on two employees as interns with no pay, but at least they are getting useful experience and will have something to add to their resume. Try to think outside of the box. That's what this current economy requires. And, try not to get overwhelmed and demoralized. There are some churches that offer job support programs, and it may be beneficial to join support groups, as well as professional networking groups. Again, it's about getting your name and face out there and letting people know what you do so that when the right opportunity presents itself, they can call on you. And, have business cards with your resume skills listed so that you can pass them out where ever you go, and I would recommend putting your picture on the card so that people will remember who you are. Good luck.

Be friendly and open to trying anything. Always be thankful and make them laugh..

In anything that you do never think of it as a failure. It could be that its just not right for you..A musician may not draw or vise versa..but as long as you try you didn't fail. Just a learning experience.

All you are saying is that the interview process is working. An interview works both ways - a company is trying to figure out if you will fit with them and you are trying to figure out if you fit with them. The power rests with the company, so if they determine you are not a "fit" and don't give you an offer, that means it was not meant to be. While it is hard to hear that kind of news; especially, if you are unemployed looking for work, it is still better to find out the fit is not there, versus getting the job and finding it is not working out and your are miserable, stressed and scared of losing your job. Learn from each interview and factor that into your next opportunity to showcase your skills. I have found that "failure" is an opportunity to learn, grow and become more self-aware. Good luck with your search.

Do you research the person / people you are interviewing with? I usually do extensive research on them and that really helps.