Rock That Creative Job

When Rejections Just Keep Coming


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For creatives, where work and identity are deeply intertwined, rejection can feel like a personal attack. But here’s the good news: you can train your brain to process rejection differently—so it fuels resilience instead of self-doubt.

In this episode, we explore 5 neuroscience-backed strategies to handle rejection in your creative career without losing momentum, motivation, or your spark. From calming your nervous system to reframing feedback, you’ll learn:

  • Why rejection feels so incredibly painful for creatives and how to navigate this experience 
  • How to shift your brain from downward spiral into upward resilience
  • Practical tools to protect your mental health AND your creative spark!

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a science-backed toolkit for navigating rejection with more confidence—and using it as fuel for your creative growth. LET'S ROCK!

Jamie Roberts is a Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner and ex-Sr. Creative Director + Designer with 20 yrs. of experience in both agency & in-house environments. Jamie bridges the gap between neuroscience and creativity by teaching commercial creatives how to self-promote with confidence, and rewire their minds to rediscover the happiness and energy that may be missing in their careers.

Check her out here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/

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Rock That Creative JobBy Jamie Roberts