Crushed at a career setback, here’s how Stylist’s social media editor, Sarah Lakos turned disappointment into a life-changing opportunity for a new start. If you've been knocked on the career ladder recently, you will relate. 

Crushed at a career setback, hereu2019s how Stylistu2019s social media editor, Sarah Lakos turned disappointment into a life-changing opportunity for a new start. If you've been knocked on the career ladder recently, you will relate. 

Didn't get that promotion? It may have been the best thing for you, here's why:

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		  My body prickled with shame of the rejection and failure type.			  </span>

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		  I would go home and  pore  over LinkedIn, applying for roles with a newly polished CV. I was looking for an exit.			  </span>

Slipping on a career ladder rung is unsettling at best. But to every 'no', there are thousands of opportunities... 

“I was passed over for a promotion and it was the best thing that happened to me”