How to reply to a job rejection email
The reply to a rejection isn't a negotiation. It's a thank-you that leaves you memorable for the next opening.
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Three ways to say it
“hi, thank you so much for letting me know, i really enjoyed the conversations we had and i completely understand your decision, if anything opens up in the future please keep me in mind”
Thank you for the update. I enjoyed the process. Please keep me in mind for future roles.
“thank you for the email, i really appreciate the time everyone spent with me, if you're open to it i'd love any feedback that would help me for future opportunities”
Thank you. If you're open to sharing, I'd genuinely value the feedback.
“thanks for letting me know, i really enjoyed getting to know [interviewer] and would love to stay in touch, please keep me in mind for future roles”
Thank you. I'd love to stay in touch — keep me in mind.