Delivering Difficult News: Rejection Letters Done Right

We appreciate your interest in the supervisor positions at Doe's. We received many strong applications and, while yours was among the finalists, we ultimately offered the positions to candidates with more extensive experience in road construction. We were impressed with your credentials and are confident you'll find a great opportunity soon.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. While your skills are impressive, we've decided to pursue candidates whose experience aligns more closely with the specific requirements of this role. We encourage you to explore other exciting career paths where your talents can shine.

Thank you for your interest in [Company Name]. Your resume is impressive, but we chose to fill the position with an internal candidate. We wish you all the best in your job search and encourage you to apply for future openings that align with your skills.

We appreciate your application for the [Job Title] position. After careful evaluation, we've decided to focus on candidates with a specific skill set that aligns more precisely with our project needs. We wish you the best in your job search and encourage you to apply for future roles that better match your expertise.

Thank you for applying to [Company Name]. After careful consideration, we've decided not to move forward with your application at this time. While your technical skills were excellent, we sought a candidate with more experience. We encourage you to gain additional experience and reapply in the future.

Thank you for your interest in our company. While we were impressed with your qualifications, our company's priorities have shifted since your application, leading us to pursue candidates with a different background. We wish you all the best in your career pursuits.

We appreciate you taking the time to interview with our team. We were impressed by your passion and enthusiasm for the role. However, after careful consideration, we've decided to move forward with another candidate whose experience aligns more closely with our needs. We wish you the best of luck in your job search.

Thank you for your application. We value diversity and are committed to building a team with varied perspectives. While your qualifications are strong, we've decided to continue our search to ensure a diverse pool of candidates. We encourage you to apply for future opportunities.

We appreciate your interest in our company. While there isn't a suitable fit for your skills currently, we're a growing company with potential future opportunities. We encourage you to connect with us on [social media/website] to stay informed about new openings.

Thank you for your application. While your skills and experience are impressive, we're seeking a candidate whose values and work style align closely with our company culture. We wish you the best in finding a company where you can thrive.

Thank you for considering [Company Name]. We were impressed with your qualifications but are prioritizing candidates with specific industry experience at this time. We encourage you to continue developing your skills and exploring opportunities in your desired field.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we've decided to pause our hiring efforts for the [Job Title] position. We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage you to check back for future opportunities.

Thank you for your interest in joining Doe Van Lines. While your experience is commendable, we prioritized an applicant willing to relocate for our upcoming Springfield depot. We wish you success in your job search and encourage you to leverage your valuable skills in the local trucking industry.