Nothing is more harmful than you telling yourself that you’re not good enough.
If you’re rejected for a job, remember thatrejection isn’t about you as a person.
Or maybe you’re too young for the part.
It could be anything, but I’ll tell you what it’s not.
It’s not you.
She’s just making a choice.
And the same is true for guys like me.
Agents pass on actors for all kinds of reasons.
The quality of your soul is rarely one of them.
Interviews are just like auditions, and sometimes you’re just not right for the part.
If you keep going out for roles, you’ll eventually land one.
Change Your Perception
Even when you start to get used to rejection, it can still sting.
George Clooney is a household name these days, but was once a rejection-riddled actor, barely getting by.
That is until he started to change his perspective.
This perspective should sound familiar.
Auditions were a chance to solve their problems, not his.
With a new mindset, rejection can be something very different to you.
That’s all there is to it.
If you better feel down for a little bit, do it.
Get those feelings out instead of bottling them up, but don’t dwell too long.
Mistakes are part of being human.
They are part of who we are and are integral to our learning process.
Chalk each rejection up to building a wealth of knowledge about how to attack the next audition.
Go over what went right and what went wrong, then let it go.
It’s also important to manage your expectations.
Getting the job, snagging the role, or landing the date can be unlikely depending on the circumstances.
While you’re preparing for your next shot at the limelight, use your past rejections as a motivator.
Carry yourself with confidence and keep your mind on the next audition.
Do the prep work and focus forward.
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