A rejection is basically not the end of the road. It could simply be an opportunity to learn and grow the next time you apply to be a flight attendant. Hearing “you’re not fit to be a flight attendant” does not mean you will never be fit, but it may mean you are not fit right now. Not necessarily indefinitely. So being rejected is not the end of your dream of becoming a cabin crew member.
It could be the beginning of a wonderful journey to become a flight attendant.
To begin, keep in mind that everyone’s journey is unique. Some may succeed in a single attempt, while others may require several. It makes no difference. What’s important is getting there.
We all have different paths and journeys, so don’t compare yours to others.
I’ve featured cabin crew who have attempted more than ten times to become flight attendants. Some people attempt more than 20 times. Imagine if they gave-up in the middle.
Don’t listen to those who will discourage you
You will come across people who will tell you things like “payong kaibigan lang” or “payo bilang isang kamaganak na concerned sa iyo.” These people may end up saying, “baka hindi para sa iyo paggiging flight attendant.,” but you have the option of listening to them. It’s your right too. However, those who believe in you will not discourage you, instead, they will support you until you fulfill your cabin crew goal.
They might cheer for you and give you advice on how to be more confident, for example. Some will even participate in some role playing to assist you with your cabin crew interview.
But I do really suggest to stay away from people who may end up discouraging you. That has also taught me something.
Every rejection is an opportunity to become better
It all depends on how you look at things, but don’t blame others for rejections. Instead, thank them no matter what because they provide you with an opportunity to improve. You will undoubtedly have another opportunity. Aviation is seen to further take-off in 2023 and for as long as planes are flying, more flight attendants will be needed.
Every rejection or turn-down teaches you something. If they don’t tell you why you were rejected, just make your own decision. Make general improvements. From your confidence to your smile to your grooming to your weight, and so on. Every rejection should be viewed as an opportunity to learn something.
Don’t just try and try again; instead, improve with each attempt. It is not the number of attempts, but the quality of each attempt, that is important.
Giving-up should never be an option. Rejections or turn downs do not equate to the end of your cabin crew journey.
First love never dies. I fell in love with airplanes and aviation when I was a kid. My dream was to become a pilot, but destiny led me to another path: to be an aviation digital media content creator and a small business owner. My passion for aviation inspires me to bring you quality content through my website and social accounts. Aviation is indeed in my blood and blog!
