Tina Wells shares her rejection story and the pivotal moment in her life when she felt rejected. She talks about the changes in the agency world and how she had to confront the rejection and make a decision. Tina emphasizes the importance of taking a pause and becoming present with oneself to navigate through rejection. For anyone listening, you can order a copy of The Elevation Approach: Harness the Power of Work-Life Harmony to Unlock Your Creativity, Cultivate Joy, and Reach Your Biggest Goals on Amazon: https://a.co/d/boRRTDv To find out more about Tina Wells, her books, services and courses, visit: https://tinawells.com/ Follow Tina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinawells/ I will also be giving away a copy of Tina’s latest book to a listener who subscribes and reviews the podcast. You just need to email screenshots to [email protected]. Distribution Partners: A special thanks to our partners, who I highly recommend getting in touch with. If you are interested in exploring hybrid publishing, I highly recommend getting in touch with Nick Courtright, CEO of atmospherepress.com Special shout out to Eva Langston. Eva created a writing resources newsletter with the goal of giving the advice, encouragement, and resources she wished she’d had at various stages in her writing career. Her Substack newsletter for writers on the journey to publication now has over 4,500 subscribers.  Subscribe here: https://evalangston.substack.com/ If you are looking for a book writing coach to get your manuscript out there, I recommend working with: Lindy Pfeil, Author and Memoir Coach, website: lindypfeil.com Emily Tamayo Maher, Author & bestselling author in women’s spirituality, website: meaningmethod.com. Tracy Stewart, book mentor and developmental editor, author, and ghostwriter, website: freshlypress.com Javacia Harris Bowser, host of a community for female writers, bloggers, and entrepreneurs, website: seejanewritebham.com If you’re looking for a brain / neuro trainer, check out Paula Echeverri, website: neuromomceo.com Freelance writers, you are going to want to get your hands on Amber Perry’s guide, 250+ nonfiction publications that pay, so people can start pitching right away. Chapters 00:00 Confronting Rejection and Embracing Change 07:05 The Power of Work-Life Harmony 19:09 Finding Inspiration and Supportive Communities 24:55 Finding Your Community 29:10 The Value of ‘Friend-tors’ 31:47 Strategic Networking: Mentors vs. Sponsors 41:22 Effective Communication and Presentation 45:13 Turning Rejections into Opportunities