Hey! 

That first freelance rejection can hurt. But what can be worse is the 50^th, or the one that comes on a big project that you really wanted, or before a gig that you really needed. 

“No” can feel like a curse…but it’s actually one of the best things that happens to you as a freelancer. 

To take full advantage, most of us have to make a shift and reframe how we engage with “No”…so this month, we’re going to cover the reasons that rejection is so valuable to you as a freelancer…and something you can even learn to appreciate.   

“No” is valuable

Making friends with “No” starts with understanding exactly why it can be helpful. 

No can teach you that a service you’ve created doesn’t align with market needs. It can tell you that you’ve finally hit the max of what you can charge (at least with your current niche and market).  It can teach you that you aren’t communicating value well or that you’re trying to sell to the wrong person in a company. 

A “No” can also be a “not now” or “not in that way”. The more often you get “No”…and apply what you learn to your strategy...the closer you are to an even better version of your freelance business. 

If you need some insight from others on how they get the most out of their “No”, come by the Discord and say hi. 

Megan (Nutmeg)