07-02-2003, 12:38 AM
The next time you get a rejection letter from a hoped-for employer or publisher, just sent them the following:<br>
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Dear [name of person who signed the rejection letter].<br>
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After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me [employment/a book contract]. This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually large number of rejection letters. With such a varied and promising field of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals.<br>
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Despite [name of company that sent you this letter]'s outstanding qualifications and previous experience in rejecting [applicants/manuscripts], I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at this time. Therefore, I will initiate [employment/publishing]with your firm immediately following [graduation/moving etc. -- get creative here].<br>
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I look forward to working with you. Best of luck in rejecting future [candidates/manuscripts].<br>
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Sincerely,<br>
[Your name]<br>
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Dear [name of person who signed the rejection letter].<br>
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After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me [employment/a book contract]. This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually large number of rejection letters. With such a varied and promising field of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals.<br>
<br>
Despite [name of company that sent you this letter]'s outstanding qualifications and previous experience in rejecting [applicants/manuscripts], I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at this time. Therefore, I will initiate [employment/publishing]with your firm immediately following [graduation/moving etc. -- get creative here].<br>
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I look forward to working with you. Best of luck in rejecting future [candidates/manuscripts].<br>
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Sincerely,<br>
[Your name]<br>
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