# Why Hearing "No" Is Part of the Creative Path

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Podcast: [The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-chase-jarvis-live-show-743154)
Published: 2026-03-11T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: http://chasejarvis.com/blog/why-hearing-no-is-part-of-the-creative-path
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## Resource

Hey friends, Chase here Let's talk about something every creator experiences — but almost nobody talks about openly. Rejection. If you're pursuing anything creative — photography, writing, design, building a business, launching a project — you already know the truth: you hear a lot more no than you hear yes . But here's the twist. Most people think rejection is the signal to stop. In reality, rejection is often the signal that you're doing the work. In this episode, I'm unpacking why hearing "no" isn't something to avoid — it's something to learn from, grow through, and ultimately embrace as part of the creative path. Because more often than not, "no" doesn't mean never. It means not yet. Let's start with a simple truth: If you're putting your work out into the world — pitching clients, submitting work, applying for opportunities, launching ideas — you're going to hear "no." A lot. And while that might feel discouraging at first, it's actually a sign that you're in the arena. That you're taking risks. That you're moving forward instead of sitting safely on the sidelines. The reality is that creative careers are built through repetition — through attempts, through iteration, and yes, through rejection. You don't get ten yeses without hearing a whole lot of no along the way. That's just the math of putting your work out there. The trick isn't avoiding rejection. The trick is learning what rejection is trying to teach you. The Core Idea "No" serves a purpose. In fact, it serves several. First, rejection can be a powerful motivator. If you're competitive — and most creators are — hearing no doesn't mean the door is closed forever. It means there's an opportunity to learn, adjust, improve, and show up stronger the next time. Every pitch that doesn't land teaches you somethi…

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