EPISODE · Mar 14, 2025 · 13 MIN
How I Deal With a "No"
from Founder Life with Anna DeShawn · host The Qube App and Anna DeShawn
Rejection is part of the founder journey, but how you handle it makes all the difference. In this episode of Founder Life: Where Dreams Meet Reality, I share my experience of receiving a tough "no" from Northwestern’s pitch competition—after weeks of preparation and anticipation.💡 What you’ll hear in this episode:The moment I realized The Qube didn’t make the cut and how it feltWhy I give myself 24 hours to sit with rejection before moving forwardThe next steps for The Qube, including a new app model and a refined business strategyWhy I remain committed to this journey, despite the setbacksNo’s are inevitable, but they don’t define the dream. Tune in as I navigate this moment, regroup, and get back to building. Let’s keep going, family! 💪🏾🎧 Get full access to The Qube at thequbeapp.substack.com/subscribe
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