Career Warrior Podcast #375) How to Stay Confident After Job Rejection | Elizabeth Lotardo
Aug 4, 2025
Elizabeth Lotardo, an author and expert in self-leadership, joins to share insights on navigating job rejection. She discusses four powerful mindset shifts to bolster confidence and resilience in the face of setbacks. Lotardo emphasizes the importance of creating a 'brag list' to separate self-worth from rejections. She provides actionable strategies to combat feelings of inadequacy and maintain a positive outlook throughout the job hunt. This conversation is a vital reminder that you're not alone on the road to career success.
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Personal Job Rejection Story
- Elizabeth Lotardo shares a personal story of a job she was perfect for but never heard back from, leading her to spiral emotionally.
- She emphasizes how job rejections can deeply impact confidence but are not reflections of personal worth.
Detach Rejection From Identity
- Separate rejection from your identity by recognizing it often has nothing to do with you personally.
- Understand that job rejection means they picked someone else, not that you are unworthy or a failure.
Make a Brag List
- Create a brag list of your wins, skills, and compliments to counteract low confidence.
- Writing down achievements reminds you of your value and helps build resilience during job search struggles.
