A no isn’t always a bad thing

2023 was my best year yet for revenue in my freelancing business.

But it's interesting because I have also never received so many “no’s” before in my life!

Sometimes a no causes me to reconsider what I’m doing or the way my offer is presented, and then I make changes or pivot or focus on other things.

Other times, a no helps me realize I’m actually on the right track and confirms that my market isn’t everyone, and that's ok.

There have been a few times when a no hit me really hard. I felt personally rejected, dejected, and alone. These moments are not pleasant, but they will happen when you put yourself out there.

Whatever the situation, I can confidently say that with each no I’ve gained strength and also clarity as to who I am and what I offer. 💪

➡ As a freelancer, business owner, or person searching for work in any capacity, you will encounter rejection. Sometimes it makes sense, sometimes it doesn’t.

My advice is to accept it and move on. Acceptance doesn’t mean we have to like it or agree with it, but rather that we accept it’s out of our control to change the outcome. Learn from the situation, adjust your strategy if necessary, and use the experience to fuel your future efforts.

Frankly, this practice is a big part of what has helped me mentally reset and focus on the right things to keep moving forward and achieve my best year yet. 💫

❓ How do you react to a "no"?