Respond to a Job Rejection Email Gracefully
Keep the door open and learn something.
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Help me reply to a job rejection email. The rejection: [PASTE_REJECTION]. The role and stage reached: [ROLE_AND_STAGE]. Who I spoke with: [CONTACTS]. What I want (feedback, to stay in touch, future roles): [MY_GOALS]. Write replies of 50 to 100 words: 1. A gracious thank-you that keeps the door open. 2. A reply asking for brief feedback (one or two specific questions, and a note that it is optional). 3. A reply to a hiring manager who spoke with me, asking to stay in touch and sharing my interest in future openings. 4. A connection request note for LinkedIn that is natural. 5. A reply when a better offer is not available and I may want to be considered for similar roles. Rules: no arguing, no pleading, no sarcasm; thanks first; be brief. Add what to do next: record notes about the interview and what I would do differently, update my tracking sheet, ask a mentor for a practice session on weak points, set a reminder to check back in 3 to 6 months, and manage my wellbeing (rejection is a normal part of searching; talk to someone supportive). Include a short list of what not to post publicly about the employer. Don't promise to apply again unless I want to.
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