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

Great point about a mentor :):)

@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 respond with kindness and empathy and respect, as i know that there are “limited spots” for certain roles and not everyone makes it, i would ask the leader who informed me what made that decision? And also if i am missing any qualifications or certs and if their is anything i can do to touch up on what i need for the role in the future?

@magicalOcean594

That is a great answer Ocean! I love that you would be kind and respectful even if you did not get the role <3 It is great to see that you would work on touching up your qualifications if needed for the role. Thank you for sharing a positive answer

Waves

@magicalOcean594 That is an awesome approach. That is a positive outlook on things and I appreciate that

@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?

If I was not given the role, I applied for I would initially be very disappointed and feel a bit let down with myself. However, I would reach back out to the leader to ask them about why I didn't get the role, their opinion and ways I can improve to maybe try and get the role in the future. If the role is no longer an option, I would discuss with the leader other alternatives they feel would be a better fit for me. After I had a discussion with the leader, I would thank them for sharing their thoughts with me and bringing this to my attention. I would also let them know I appreciate them for reaching out and bringing this to my attention and making me aware so I can move forwards and grow. I would use the situation as a learning experience <3 I would also allow this experience to motivate me more :)

Reach back out to the leader is a great response. And it looks like you really want to improve and maybe get the role in the future. What a growth mindset!😀❤️

Discussing with the leader about what other alternatives would fit for you is also a great idea!

It sounds like you want to use failure as a learning experience! That's amazing! I hope you keep growing on your path!❤️

@CalmWaves3939

So great to see you turn what could potentially dishearten you, motivate you!

@CalmWaves3939 beautifully said

If I were not given a role, of course I'm gonna be upset but I will also ask the leader why I didn't get the role and ask what I need to improve. I will also explore what other roles I can be.

@Aileen1114117

And it's okay to be upset about it! Sounds like you'll accept your original response of upset and then move on and want to improve!

@Heather225

I would show gratitude that I have been considered, and accept that not everyone is suitable for every role. I would ask for some feedback, as to what my mistakes were, or what made me not as suitable for the role, so I can improve where my weaknesses were. I think I’d be interested to know if there was anything else I could still take on, or with my answers, whether there is a specific role they’d recommend. Definitely would highlight my gratitude and focus on what went well and what could go better.

Asking about specific roles, that's fantastic! *steals*

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? However, your reaction is normal and valid however you don't have to be rude about it. You can ask questions. What would you say to the leader who has informed you? Ask questions. Ask them to explain something more. See what you can do differently and if it is something you really want keep trying.

@blissfulTouch29 wonderfully said 👏

@StarrrGirl20 thank you

@blissfulTouch29

That is a very realistic approach. I like what you have shared.

@Helpingheart23. You're welcome

If you find out you were not given a role, how should you respond? With grace, compassion, and trying to understand. Accepting feedback would also be helpful!

What would you say to the leader who has informed you? I would thank them for letting me know and for any feedback, and ask whether the role is still open should I decide to grow and come back to it later <3

@WarmLightXO

Your answer was really mature. Loved it

@WarmLightXO

I like your answer, I think that works too.

@Heather225

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

I would react kindly and mention that there are limited roles and that I probably have some improvements to do.

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

Thank you for taking my application into consideration. Thank you for your feedback. I will take it into account and improve that what I have to improve before re-applying again.

@Ninziesss

A kind and lovely answer :)

@Ninziesss very nice and well said answer

@Heather225

If you find out you were not given a role.

Q: How should you respond? A: I would talk to the leader of the role that I applied for, and ask for some feedback and on what things I could improve so I could apply for the role when I improved on those things that the leader gave feedback on.

Q: What would you say to the leader who has informed you? A: I would say thank you for letting me know, and I would ask them how I could improve on the things that I did wrong in for example the exam that I took. I wouldn’t get sad as I understand that I might not be ready for it yet and that’s okay.

- Lena

@kenzolena

I like your approach. It was optimistic and a mature away to deal with the situational problem.

@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 thank them for informing me of the results and ask for points for improvement if they had read or gone through my application form.

@blissfulForest7074 bravo 👏👏

@blissfulForest7074

That's a good approach 👍

@Heather225

@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 first thank them for considering me for the position, and then respond in a friendly and professional manner and ask for feedback to improve.

@Helpingheart23 feedback is a great way to improve and get the role next time, I agree

@Helpingheart23 I like that you mentioned showing gratitude for being considered 😊 And showing interest in improving for that position or better

@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 should accept and respect them first. but the thing is i never get disappointed , so easily I go for discussing it with my mentor and find out the problem like which area what i should be doing or vise versa and etc.. after it , i start again and work on myself to get the role next time ;)

@niceworldmnd I agree with you, really thoughtful response, good job 👏

@niceworldmnd

It's very admirable that you keep your composure and utilize having a Mentor to work towards improvements or opportunities that are a better fit 😌

@niceworldmnd

Such an amazing character. Nice to have you as my peer.

@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 respond to it thoughtfully, take my time to calm down a little in order to move forward. I also may switch to my member account if I needed extra support or reach out to a peer supporter to talk about my emotions.

I would ask them for some input on what I can do next time in order to succeed. Also give them time as they might be busy.

@Here4good74

I like that you mentioned connecting into your Member account for support, that support is always there for us 💙

@Here4good74

Great answer and I'm happy to see that you have a growth mindset too!

@Here4good74

Switching to member account when needing the support is a courageous idea and knowing you’ll be understood and being heard in some way definitely helps without being obligated to act a certain way.