Business Operations & Logistics
A Client Said No — These 3 Questions Changed How I Build My Business
Here's what entrepreneurs should do after a client says "no."
Rejection
Thought Leaders
Why Hearing a ‘No’ is the Best ‘Yes’ for an Entrepreneur
Throughout the years, I have discovered that rejection is an inevitable part of entrepreneurship, and learning to embrace it is crucial for achieving success.
By Rogers Healy
Human Resources
From Rejection to Redirection — 4 Ways to Handle Every ‘No’ You Face With Resilience and Grit
It may take a mindshift, but unwanted detours can be used as signposts on the road to success.
Human Resources
4 Ways to Support Your Child Through the College Acceptance (and Rejection) Process
Rejections from dream colleges can cause distress and disappointment for students. But with a healthy and understanding environment at home, created with these four strategies, you can help your teen cope and bounce back.
By Mary Banks
Thought Leaders
Rejection Doesn’t Have to Be a Bad Thing. Here’s How You Can Use It as a Tool for Success.
Rejection can actually be helpful if you look at it the right way. Use these expert tips to embrace it.
Building a Business
You Will Get Rejected — How You Handle It Will Make You Successful. Here Are 3 Ways to Turn It Into Power
To help you navigate moments of rejection and disappointment, here are three powerful ways to fuel your path to success.
Thought Leaders
5 Ways to Turn Rejection Into Resilience
As I've built my company, I've grown a much thicker skin when it comes to rejection — and so can you. Here's how.
Thought Leaders
How to Handle Rejection at Different Stages of Your Career and Business
We all face rejection at some point in life. Here's how to cope with it and learn from it.
By John Rampton
Building a Business
How Facing Rejection Can Create Multi-Generational Wealth
Leverage commitment in the face of rejection to create a new financial blueprint for your future.
Thought Leaders
3 Types of “No” Every Entrepreneur Should Learn (and How to Thrive From Rejection)
Rejection is a painful part of entrepreneurship, but learning to identify different types of "nos" can teach you how to thrive from it.
By Jani Ahonala
Entrepreneurs
5 Reasons Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Rejection Resume
A special document enables all professionals to embrace their trials and tribulations.
By Eli Joseph
Building a Business
Looking for Unconventional Inspirational Quotes? Consider Your Rejections.
Hundreds of investors turned me down, so I put their rejections on a wall for everyone to see. It quickly became our call to succeed.
Business Ideas
Why I’m Thankful for All the Investors Who Said ‘No’
As the founder of the book club company Literati, I thought I had a brilliant idea. At first, investors didn't agree. And that ended up being my greatest asset.
Entrepreneurs
5 Ways to Keep Moving Ahead After a Rejected Pitch
It's easy to dwell on the negative experience and walk away, but you may be leaving a future deal on the table.
By FlexTal
Thought Leaders
Why Your Next Failure Is Actually Your Secret Weapon
Next time you get rejected, say "thank you."
By Aytekin Tank
Thought Leaders
How to Say No to a Deal the Right Way
There is a method to turning down potential partnerships without jeopardizing your relationships.
By Alex Gold
Entrepreneurs
Why Is It So Hard to Say ‘No’ to the Things We Don’t Want?
Here's why it's important to bet on yourself and let go of things you don't need or want.
Building a Business
A 4-Step Plan for Surviving Investor Rejection
Being turned down can help you turn your business around.
Thought Leaders
Dealing With Rejection? Remember That Tenacity Can Help You Go Far.
Don't be afraid to leave your comfort zone for something that really matters to you
Thought Leaders
4 Ways to Handle and Overcome Your Fear of Rejection
Redefining the experience and profiting by it can turn rejection into the fuel for success.
Building a Business
The Topgolf Founders Fought Through Countless Rejections — and Built America’s Favorite New Game
After being shunned by investors and struggling to find their audience, a big-thinking partner helped guide these founders to viral success.
By Jason Notte
Business News
How to Keep Your Confidence When Dealing With Rejection
On this podcast episode of 'School of Greatness,' a Hollywood actress shares how she uses rejection to her advantage.
By Lewis Howes
Building a Business
5 Steps Entrepreneurs Need to Take to Overcome the Fear of Rejection
If you want to truly overcome your fear of rejection, it's not a one-off; it's an everyday practice.
Thought Leaders
6 Reasons Moms Make the Best Entrepreneurs
Motherhood and entrepreneurship have a lot in common, meaning raising kids can do wonders in preparing you to run a business.
By Lisa Janvrin
Entrepreneurs
The Key to Confronting Rejection Without Breaking Your Resolve
Receiving a 'no' isn't the end of the road for chasing your dreams.
Thought Leaders
Stories of Rejection From 8 of the World’s Most Successful Entrepreneurs and Leaders
These innovators share how they learned from their setbacks.
By Nina Zipkin