Ep 115: Turn rejection into fuel - getting a "No" is a good thing

We’ve all been there, paralysed by the idea of being told "no" or getting criticised, and it’s easy to let that fear hold us back. Today, I’m sharing my personal journey through this struggle, drawing on years of building my own brand and business on platforms like LinkedIn, where criticism, trolls, and setbacks are part of the daily grind. I’m not here to sugar-coat it – rejection hurts. But over time, I’ve learned that "no" isn’t the end. It’s just part of the process. In this episode, I’ll explore why so many of us let fear stop us from taking action, and how embracing failure can actually be the key to moving forward. You’ll hear some of my own stories, from moments that felt career-ending at the time, to realising that none of them truly mattered in the long run. If you’re stuck because you’re afraid of failing, afraid of hearing "no," or worried about what people might think, this episode is for you. I’m not going to give too much away, but let’s just say you might start looking at rejection a little differently by the end of this one. Let’s get into it   --------- ➕ Hit subscribe so you never miss another episode. ✍️ Sign up for my weekly email newsletter: https://www.deanseddon.io/signal ✅️ Ready to act? DM me 🆆🅸🅽 on LinkedIn to get started. ---------