Hang in there, sister! Encouragement for your recruitment week!
Hello, hi! I am so glad you are here. My name is Leighton and I am the founder of Recruitment Ready. I wrote this blog post for the girl looking for encouragement in all of it! Whether you are a client of ours, or just came across our blog, I am thrilled you are here.
It’s no secret recruitment week brings a lot of emotions! I am so excited to dive into this post I wrote for y’all!
p.s. We have been waking up early to support our girls-so rather you are reading this at 5am or 5pm, we see you & we are cheering you on!
Grace Under Pressure: A Guide to Handling the Highs and Lows of Recruitment Week
Sorority recruitment is a week unlike any other.
The wardrobe is carefully planned, conversations sparkle with potential, and every schedule release carries the possibility of a dream come true!!!!
But with the glitter and excitement also comes unpredictability. One day feels like a fairytale, the next like a test of patience and poise. Whether it’s a shorter party list than you hoped, a conversation that fell flat, or simply the exhaustion of back-to-back events, knowing how to handle the ups and downs is essential—not only for your confidence, but also as a way to shine your light for Christ to others around you. He will use all seasons of your life for His GOOD and His glory.
1. Anchor Yourself Before the Day Begins
The most graceful girls in recruitment are those who enter the room already grounded. They being their morning with coffee, gratitude and a positive attitude. This is easier said than done, but start by thinking of just one thing you are grateful for!!!
Isaiah 26:3 says:
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
Your mood will follow your mindset. When you step into recruitment events with peace already in place, the highs feel sweeter and the lows lose their sting.
2. Stay open minded!
Conversations surprise you + you might be in the process of meeting your future bridesmaids. Chapters you hadn’t considered may suddenly move to the top of your list. YAY! This isn’t chaos—it’s GOOD NEWS. You are one step closer to your new home!!
Proverbs 16:9 reminds us:
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Approach each change as a curated step in your story, designed by the One who sees the big picture.
3. Lean into the art of elegant resilience
In a competitive social setting, grace you extend others is often remembered more than the outcome. If something doesn’t go your way, keep your posture tall, your smile warm, and your words gracious. People may not remember the details of your week, but they will remember the way you carried yourself through it all.
Proverbs 31:25 says:
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
4. Let Joy Be Your Constant
The mood in the room can be contagious—so be the one who spreads light, not gloom. Celebrate friends’ successes, laugh in the rain between parties, and find something to enjoy in each moment.
Philippians 4:4 tells us:
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
When you choose joy in the in-between moments, your presence becomes magnetic.
5. Keep Perspective Beyond the Week
Recruitment is a beautiful part of college life, but it is not all of college life. The friendships, opportunities, and growth God has for you will come from many places.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 says:
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Trust that even if this season looks different than you expected, it’s still preparing you for something good.
Encouragement for Every Twist and Turn
When it’s a high moment: Pause, give thanks, and be fully present.
When it’s a low moment: Breathe, smile, and remember that this is one step in a much bigger journey.
When you’re unsure what’s next: Trust the One who already knows.
