#225 Bouncing Back After Rejection: How To Handle Not Getting Promoted Pt 2 w/Ben Townsend

The Scott Townsend Show · Mar 20, 2025 · 30m

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Career setbacks happen to everyone, but how you respond to them determines your professional trajectory and future opportunities.

• The "tube top" comment highlights the importance of getting honest feedback after a rejection

• One word in an interview (describing a workplace as "hostile") can sink your chances if the interviewer takes issue with it

• Remember interviews are two-way conversations - you're also deciding if you want to work there

• Always be kind to gatekeepers (receptionists, assistants) as they can significantly influence hiring decisions

• Give yourself…