Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #8) When you don't get the role you want

@Tyedyedbutterfly65

Very wise Tye <3

And totally agreed it's just like job hunting in real life. Sometimes we get it, sometimes we don't :)

See you around! (❁´◡`❁)

@ouiCherie Thank you very much !

@Tyedyedbutterfly65

That is a nice post :)

@beautifulSeal9714 Thanks so much !

@Heather225

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond?

I think I would respond quite okay, because every role on 7cups from becoming a listener to community managers, each role is very special and extraordinary. It is quite an honour to be a listener itself and I completely understand that I wont be perfect for every role. I think the best reward you get is that happiness when you help someone and you dont need a badge or role to help anyone. So while applying for any role, I remind myself clearly that I may not make it and thats completely okay.

What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

I would tell them that i respect their decision and i completely understand. And if they give me a chance to apply or try again after sometime, i would be happy to take another shot.

@positivePumpkin22

The way that you would react is incredibly inspiring to see! Very truthful in the words you spoke :)

@smolecho thank you echo. <3

@positivePumpkin22

I love what you mentioned about the value of simply helping others out. There is no badge or role that equals the happiness of knowing that you were able to support someone ♥

@positivePumpkin22

Happiness is so very important Pumpkin. Some may find themselves applying for roles and it may end up not being something they really like. Great insight!

@shiningDay80

See the light in each other. Be the light for each other.” Anonymous

@positivePumpkin22

Grear perspective, we are all contributing in an important way.

The way you react is really inspiring and peaceful, thank you for sharing!

@positivePumpkin22

You worded it nicely. Great answer!

Hello there!

I love How you mentioned happiness as an important aspect of What you do.

i truly agree. The warm feeling is something which brings me more life to every inch of my life.

Sending strenght and energy,

Lots of love.🌸Hana🌸

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

If you weren't given the role you want, there must've been a reason as to why. I would ask the leader for some feedback on how I can improve, and if there are still any available spots on the team/role. Asking for feedback is so important! I absolutely believe that I have learned so much by just talking to listeners on the site and asking for feedback when it comes to the things I do on the site.

@smolecho

I agree, and while there are "reasons".....maybe these reasons are not facts (they are a singular person's opinion), and so it's best to find someone else who is willing to teach new things and give you a "reason" to learn more. :)

In due time, the "reason" for leaving turns out for the better.

@smolecho

I agree with you. Feedback helps.

@Heather225

Question: If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

If I found out about something like this, I would respond with sadness but try to move on with the learning opportunity because there are many more opportunities across different modalities and industries. Sometimes, in the working world, the competitor or another company sees more value in you than your original employer did not see. Plus, it could yield a domino effect towards something greater than what was originally anticipated.

To a leader, I would not say much and thank them for their time. I would remain polite and appreciate the learning opportunity.

@SynSavory

I like what you said about thanking the leader. Even though we may be upset, showing appreciation and gratitude is still valuable.

@IvyL It is probably one of the hardest parts of my role when I have to pass on that an applicant hasn't been successful. But I do feel that it is good to know rather than not be told and be left wondering.

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@MistyMagic

I was just mentioned this in my answer and now I saw it in your comment xD

Very wise Misty, a NO is so much better than nothing (●'◡'●) Thank you for being compassionate 💖

@ouiCherie Hey! Of course the 'no' is in a message that gives feedback and areas that can be worked on, it could be a simple thing like needing more 1-1 chats or it could be something else. I like to think that I can help the applicant rather than the opposite. It is a hard task for sure!

@SynSavory Thanking the leader is such a great point, I completely agree :)

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?
Rejection, whether it be for a role on 7 Cups or some other application in real life, is not easy. On 7 Cups, I have been told 'no' when it comes to a role before and it definitely hurts. However, I would ask the leader where I am falling short as a member of a community or what areas I could improve in, and try to formulate a plan to address the shortcomings. I would also take some time from myself away from the site to self-care, and remind myself that the rejection is not an a statement of my character or worth as a person on the whole.

@IvyL

Rejection definitely sucks. You are passionate about wanting to improve to be able to get roles. Don't give up!

@IvyL "the rejection is not an a statement of my character or worth as a person on the whole" Well said!

@VioletVenom

awesome steps and great ideas!

@Heather225

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

I would be disappointed but I would jump right into getting feedback to get a better understanding of what I need to improve on so that I can take the time to work on it and hope for the best the next time I apply. I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason.

@shiningDay80 "I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason." I like that--one way I could imagine that happening is if it just wasn't the right time to be put into the role, but getting rejected motivated improvements that resulted in being able to get the role in the future (or those improvements just have intrinsic value regardless of the role).

@shiningDay80

I am a firm believer of that too. And aw it's nice to know your response.

Well done 👍🏻

@Heather225

Question: If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

I would ask for feedback, and ask if there were any areas I needed to work on, was it behaviour reports that prevented me getting the role, was there anything I could do about that, When might I re-apply.

Activity: Please reply to 3 of your peers in this thread with encouraging or supportive words!

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@Heather225 I think this is a very important topic and I hope that everyone, not just those on the LDP could read it.

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@MistyMagic I totally agree! This topic is important and practical. <3

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond?

I should thank them for informing me, taking the time out in reviewing my application, and providing the necessary feedback.

What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

- Thank you for taking the time out in informing me. I really appreciate it. I'll work on the feedback you have provided and get back to you if I have any doubts.

@VerseArt I like your kindness/consideration for the person reviewing and providing the feedback.

@VerseArt That's a very nice and humble approach to them. Thanks for sharing ~

@VerseArt

Get clarity and thanking them later for giving time to review and giving you feedback. That good approach VerseArt.

@Heather225

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? What would you say to the leader who has informed you?

"That is completely okay--thanks for letting me know. I understand that you want to pick the people that will do best in the role."

[If leader hasn't yet shared reason for rejection] "If you're able to share, I'd be curious to know what I was lacking in so that I can work on that before applying again (or consider something else if I'm just not a good fit)."

[If leader has shared reason for rejection] Thank them for the information and then think on my own about whether I'm interested/able to work on those things and re-apply or if I want to direct my energy to something else that would be a better fit.

[If I were really upset] Hold off on sharing these feelings with the leader who informed me. Either process these feelings on my own, take a self-care break, or reach out to a mentor/peer supporter to discuss my feelings and possible next steps.

@QuietMagic

Hey hugs 🤗🤗. You are really a strong person.