Why Hearing "No" Is Part of the Creative Path

Why Hearing "No" Is Part of the Creative Path

From The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show by Chase Jarvis

March 11, 2026 · 10 min

About this episode

Chase Jarvis discusses the importance of embracing rejection as a part of the creative process.

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…

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Host: Chase Jarvis

Topics covered

  • rejection
  • creativity
  • personal growth
  • creative careers
  • learning from failure

Keywords

  • rejection
  • creative path
  • learning
  • growth
  • no
  • yes
  • creative careers

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