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How to Write a Rejection Letter

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Write a Rejection Letter

Conducting interviews and saying "no" to applicants doesn't always have to be stressful. You can almost always find something good to say (or at least something neutral) about a candidate - even when you're not offering them that coveted position.

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    Difficulty:
    Moderate

    Instructions

    Things You'll Need

    • Bonded Paper
    • Computer
    • Printers
    • Postage Stamps
      • 1

        Use formal letterhead when typing your letter. Do not handwrite a rejection letter.

      • 2

        Address your candidate by name.

      • 3

        Thank the candidate for the time, effort and interest in the firm.

      • 4

        Write a supportive sentence about the candidate's qualifications, experience or, at very least, enthusiasm or motivation.

      • 5

        Make it clear that the reason you didn't hire the candidate was because you found someone else with better qualifications and experience.

      • 6

        Describe your company's procedures. For example, the company keeps resumes on file and notifies potential candidates about job openings. Alternatively, you can make no mention of this whatsoever.

      • 7

        Wish the candidate good luck in his or her career development.

      • 8

        Close the letter formally with "sincerely" or "best wishes."

      • 9

        Sign your name, including your title.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Keep it nice and short, unless a special relationship exists between candidate and interviewer.

    • Don't include anything personal.

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