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“When the Rejection Reverses: What to Do When the Job You Lost Tries to Hire You”
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Apr 21, 2026
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It’s a moment that catches many job seekers off guard:
You receive a rejection… then days or weeks later, they call you back with an offer.
What happened? Did they change their minds? Did their firs...
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Alfonso Cadena
A writer and communicator with a gift for translating insight into impact. With experience in ministry leadership, and organizational strategy, he helps individuals and teams think clearly, connect deeply, and lead with purpose.