"I Was Rejected 38 Times": Nigerian Lady Lands International Job Offer after Many Failures, Celebrates Online

• A Nigerian lady named Esther Oladimeji has recounted what she went through before securing a good job with an international company
• According to Esther, she sent out many applications and was rejected as many as 38 times before luck smiled on her
• Her touching story, which she shared on LinkedIn, has inspired many hearts as they took to the comment section of the post to celebrate with her

After as many as 38 rejections, a persistent Nigerian lady named Esther Oladimeji has finally landed a job with an international company.

According to her, she sent out many applications only for them to fail in getting her a job. She, however, did not give up or stop trying.

Job offer after 38 rejections

Sharing her story on LinkedIn, Esther said she decided to change her strategy to be able to land the job of her dreams.

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She said she started working as a freelancer and stayed on it for 8 months before luck smiled her way.

Her words:

"I’ve received 38 job rejection emails in total. Yes, I counted. Did I feel bad? YES. Did it stop me? NO. I changed my strategy and began freelancing. Within 8 months of working as a freelancer.

"I had the opportunity to work with several international brands, working on various projects and jobs allowed me to grow. I landed an international job offer.

"I'm not sure who needs to hear this. Those rejections could simply be a wake-up call to shift your focus or strategy."

LinkedIn users react

Paul Wilson said:

"And I agree, when you've been doing something over and over again, and you've been getting the same results, it's time to change strategy. 'Only a mad man keeps doing the same thing, expecting different results.' - a wise person said."

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Chidiebere Ama commented:

"Your last line does hit well. Most times we feel the rejections we receive defines us or our abilities. And as a result we let ourselves drown in depression and frustration. But it shouldn't be so."

Man who has masters degree rejected 5000 times

In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a man who has a masters degree lamented how he was unable to find a job.

According to the man named Dennis, he has applied to over 5000 companies, and they all rejected him.

The man's story touched so many hearts on social media as they poured out best wishes for him.

Source: Legit.ng