
Common reasons for job rejections and how to turn them to your advantage
The job
market is incredibly competitive and volatile – and this has only increased by
the global pandemic. That’s why it can often seem like there are more job
rejections than job offers. However, unsuccessful job applications and
interviews can still positively shape our career, because there’s something to
learn from each rejection. While job rejection is never easy, it’s an important
part of growth. There are always ways that candidates can use common job
rejections to their advantage and learn from the experience. Here are our top
tips for bouncing back after a job rejection.
Review your CV
Employers
will reject candidates if their CV doesn’t meet the criteria, or if the
information exceeds the demands of the job. When job searching, your CV must
tell a relevant and coherent story that applies to the position you’re applying
for. Many candidates apply for jobs with the same CV, as well as often listing
out responsibilities rather than accomplishments. In medical sales – which is very target-driven –
employers want to see achievements and how professionals have completed certain
goals. Therefore, after receiving a rejection email, give yourself a chance to
re-evaluate the content of your CV and make improvements and avoid being too
generic.
First impressions
When it
comes to succeeding in a job interview and receiving an offer, attitude is
a key factor. Beyond your qualifications
and work experience, employers will be looking for confidence and
respectfulness and that you understand the company. Recruiters may lose
interest in candidates who haven’t spent enough time researching the business,
or who give vague responses to questions and unsophisticated answers.
Therefore, good communication skills are essential. All of this can make or
break your first impression with an employer – and according to research, you only have 7 seconds to make a
good first impression.
Focus on specific roles
One of the
most common reasons that candidates receive job rejections is that they’re
simply not the right fit. However, on reflection, the job interview process can
often help make you realise you’re more suited to a role elsewhere. It’s important to look back
over a job opening and ask whether you see yourself staying in the role
long-term and if it’s one you will enjoy. The more excitement and interest you
show in the interview, the more the employer will be able to see that you’re a
serious candidate. Once you’ve reflected on your interview experience, you’ll
be able to refine your search and focus on jobs that are a better match for
your interests and career goals.
Take the time to upskill
Sometimes,
even when you have a great interview, you can still be beaten by a more
qualified candidate. The job market is highly competitive and employers will
only hire the best candidate with the right attitude and interpersonal skills.
Reflect on past interviews and think about how you can improve your skills to
ensure you’re the best candidate. Whether that means improving your knowledge
in medical sales by taking an extra course or networking with experts in your industry, there are plenty
of ways to boost your chances of receiving a job offer and you’ll learn so much
while actively developing yourself professionally.
Land your next role with IQIVIA
It’s important to know that job rejection shouldn’t a demotivator. It can be a great way to propel you to take further action or change direction in your career. So, now you have a good understanding of how to turn rejection into your advantage. IQVIA is a diverse community of cultures and individuals from around the globe. We have a passionate team that is dedicated to finding the best medical sales representatives for the top healthcare companies. At IQVIA, we support our candidates at each stage of the recruitment process. We always connect our clients with the right people and we have a range of roles available.
Browse our latest medical sales jobs today and contact us for more information.
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Did you know IQVIA has
56+ petabytes of unique data
including 1.2B+ non-identified patient records
Did you know IQVIA has
Countless development opportunities
for personal and professional growth
Did you know IQVIA has
4,600 data scientists
including statisticians and analytics developers
Did you know IQVIA cares about
Health and Wellbeing
for all its employees
Did you know IQVIA has
86,000+ employees
from clinicians to data scientists each transforming healthcare in 100+ countries
Did you know IQVIA has
1,900+ epidemiologists
and real world insight experts
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