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It’s Not An Innovative Idea Until It Gets Rejected

By Jane Porter — 2014

Don’t get discouraged by rejection–it means you’re onto something good. Studies show that outcasts are on the road to success, even if they can’t see it yet.

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‘I Allow Myself a Mini-Wallow’: How to Handle Rejection in the Arts

No matter how talented you are, if you work in the creative arts, you’ll likely experience rejection—whether it’s losing a job, or getting your ideas, art, funding applications, or pitches turned down.

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Abby Young-Powell
2018
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9 Ways to Show More Confidence in Business

Many entrepreneurs share specific qualities that are vital for starting and growing a business. They are passionate, resilient, focused on opportunities and comfortable with risks. But the quality that might have the most influence over an entrepreneur’s success is confidence.

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Jacqueline Whitmore
2014
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100+ Ways to Inspire Creative Thinking

As a writer, I am in constant search for inspiration. Sometimes it comes to me out of the blue, but for the most part, I have to work hard for it. If only the solution were as simple as flipping a switch! Having creativity exercises on deck might just serve to unleash your creativity.

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Anna
2021
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Are You an Artist Who Suffers From Occasional or Chronic Low Self-Esteem?

very often even the most talented and intelligent artists don’t see their positive qualities and achievements from an objective perspective. They notice their weaknesses and fail to attain their objectives. In my opinion, most artists could use a lesson on how to improve self-esteem.

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Renee Phillips
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Are Self-Esteem and Creativity Connected?

You have what it takes to make art, if you make the choice to take what it takes. None of us knows whether our work will end up being great or not great, remembered or forgotten.

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Priscilla Long
2016
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Why Rejection Hurts So Much—and What to Do About It

Psychologist Guy Winch shares some practical tips for soothing the sting of rejection.

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Guy Winch
2015
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How to Train Yourself to Be More Patient

Patience: Some people are born with a knack for it, but experts say the rest of us can learn how to do better.

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Sarah DiGiulio
2019
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