When we think we are doing the right thing, and the outcome is not what we planned, it is difficult. We all spend a great deal of time and energy trying. We try to make others happy. We try to do a good job. We try to be good employees or employers. The problem is that sometimes we just do not approach something the way another person would, and we have to accept that our way may not be the preferred way, when someone else gets to call the shots.

I think this is especially true with artists. There is a great deal of rejection when you are an actor or a singer. Think about it. You have to pull together the courage to audition, and just because your hair may be brown, and the director wants a blonde, you won’t get the job. Regardless of how talented you are. Not letting rejection affect you in a negative way is an art, all by itself.

Successful people develop a “thick skin.” While you are in the process of being rejected, realize that your courage to continue is the only way you can bring success to your future. Learn from people that communicate poorly; how you don’t want to communicate. Decide that you are better and that you can do better. Smile when you don’t want to. Don’t focus on someone’s negative behavior, learn from it. Be the better person. Success will be yours!  “Now let’s get going!” xo Sally