In this episode of A Splash More, Bailey and Hayley sit down with Shira Lazar — Emmy-nominated digital culture expert, founder of What’s Trending, and longtime voice in the creator economy — for a candid conversation about rejection, resilience, and staying true to yourself when the path forward isn’t clear.

Shira opens up about navigating years of “not yet” moments, career pivots, and the emotional toll of putting yourself out there in highly visible spaces. Together, they unpack what it really means to persevere without burning out, how to celebrate the wins you do receive, and why gratitude and alignment matter just as much as ambition.

This episode explores the quiet strength it takes to keep going, the importance of honoring your North Star, and how trusting the process can create momentum even when outcomes feel uncertain. Honest, grounding, and deeply motivating, this conversation is a reminder that success isn’t built overnight — it’s built by showing up, staying open, and believing that what’s meant for you will meet you where you are.