1.     Don’t take it personally.  When an employer chooses another job candidate, it is rarely personal.  The employer is simply making a choice that they believe is in the best business interests of their company.

2.     Reward yourself for effort. When you’re searching for a job, the only things you have control over are your actions. That’s why setting and reaching goals is important.  So for every goal you reach, whether it’s sending out a certain amount of resumes each month or speaking to a certain number of people at a networking meeting, reward yourself.

3.     Talk it out with a mentor or friend. If your job search is getting to you, find a mentor or friend to whom you can vent your frustrations.  Sometimes there’s nothing better than telling someone else about the frustrations you’re feeling when you receive a rejection.

4.     Volunteer or take a consulting job while you continue your job search. There’s nothing more curative than working in your field as a volunteer or consultant and receiving positive feedback as you continue your job search