careerJob Rejection
#RI-69a824b8·about 2 months ago·
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“Applied for dream job after 10 years of trying”
What Actually Happened
I applied for my dream job after 10 years of trying, but was rejected after an in-person panel interview.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had prepared more for the panel interview."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't take rejection personally and keep applying until you find the right fit."
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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