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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 46 MIN

100 No’s and the Power of Creative Devotion with Artist Erin Rothstein

from The Iconic Podcast · host The Iconic Podcast | Jennifer Szpigiel

Erin Rothstein is an artist and entrepreneur building at the intersection of creativity, conviction, and long term vision. In this expansive conversation with Jen, she shares what it means to pursue meaningful work in a world that often rewards comfort over courage, including the reality of submitting her work and hearing “no” hundreds of times along the way.This episode challenges traditional ideas of career paths and business strategy. Erin speaks to following your energy as your compass, increasing your capacity for peace as your visibility grows, and embracing the belief that an artist’s job is to make people uncomfortable and expand how others think. Whether you are in art, business, or leadership, this conversation reframes creativity as a responsibility, not just an expression.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why hearing no 100 times can be neutral data, not personal rejection• Erin’s belief about making people uncomfortable• How to build a sustainable business from a labour of love• What it means to expand your capacity for peace as you grow• Why following your energy may be the most strategic decision you makeConnect with Erin:• Website: https://erinrothstein.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinrothsteinMentioned in Episode:• B.Lounge: https://becomingiconic.co/bloungeConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

Erin Rothstein is an artist and entrepreneur building at the intersection of creativity, conviction, and long term vision. In this expansive conversation with Jen, she shares what it means to pursue meaningful work in a world that often rewards comfort over courage, including the reality of submitting her work and hearing “no” hundreds of times along the way. This episode challenges traditional ideas of career paths and business strategy. Erin speaks to following your energy as your compass, ...

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