Thank You For Saying NO

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   1. Rejection Reflections-Anna DeShawn

   On this week's Rejection Reflections, we sit down with Anna DeShawn, host of Queer News, an award winning podcast, and founder of The Qube, a network producing podcasts centering & celebrating race & sexuality. In this episode, Anna Deshawn shares her incredible journey of transforming rejection into resilience. Anna, a visionary entrepreneur, divulges the story of how a pivotal "No" in her career became the cornerstone for her future success. She talks about how not winning a pitch competition

   Sep 18,2023 05:33
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   2. Rejection Reflections-Latoya Coleman

   In this week's Rejection Reflections, we sit down with Latoya Coleman from the That Wasn’t In My Textbook podcast. In this episode, we dive into an inspiring journey of transformation and resilience. Latoya talks about how a group blog falling through led her to create her podcast on her own. Throughout this conversation, the pair talk about how how a group blog falling through led Latoya to create her podcast on her own. She turned a NO around when she went from working with a team to branching

   Sep 11,2023 06:12
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   3. Rejection Reflections-Gillian Tietz

   In this week's Rejection Reflections, we sit down with Gillian Tietz, the creator of Sober Powered. Gillian shares her personal journey, beginning with a pivotal moment in her career when she was passed over for a long-anticipated promotion. Gillian harnessed this setback as a catalyst for profound change. Whether you're seeking career inspiration or are on your own journey of self-discovery, this conversation with Gillian Tietz is a must-listen. Every Monday morning we’re going to release a ten

   Sep 04,2023 04:53
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   4. Rejection Reflections- Dre Smith

   We’re starting a weekly drop of shorter TYFSN interviews called Rejection Reflections. Every Monday morning we’re going to release a ten minute or less episode. These are impromptu interviews with people who have an inspiring Thank You For Saying NO moment. That means we record these episodes anywhere and everywhere! I hope they inspire you and help you start your week off on a positive note. In this week's Rejection Reflections, we sit down with Dre Smith, the founder of Relationship Restored.

   Aug 28,2023 06:05
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   5. From Nike to Claima: Embracing NO to Ignite Entrepreneurial Success

   In this episode of the Thank You For Saying NO podcast, we're joined by the incredible Bimma Williams, who shares his journey of leaving Nike to start his own business, Claima. Bimma talks about the challenges he faced along the way, and how he used his experiences to fuel his passion for starting Claima. He also offers valuable insights into what it takes to succeed as a business owner. Kenya and Bimma talk about why saying "NO" can sometimes be the best decision you'll ever make, and how situa

   Jul 25,2023 01:31:50
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   6. How to Overcome Rejections in Relationships

   In this episode of Thank You For Saying NO, Justin Davis shares his experience with NOs in relationships and the valuable lessons he's learned from them. From pushing through fears of letting people in to navigating boundaries to communicating effectively, Justin and Kenya explore the power of NO and how it can lead to healthier relationships. Tune in to hear Justin’s expert advice and learn how to handle NOs in your own relationships.Follow @thankyouforsayingno on social media for exclusive con

   Jun 06,2023 01:08:48
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   7. Lessons in Rejection

   In this episode, actress and podcast host Sam Valentine shares her experiences and insights on the entertainment industry and how that led her to create the podcast One Broke Actress. From navigating Hollywood to building a successful podcast, Sam's expertise and charisma shine through. Her Thank You For Saying NO moments are relatable, inspiring, and informative!  Join us for an engaging conversation filled with valuable tips and entertaining anecdotes. Don't miss this enlightening episode! Fol

   May 16,2023 57:19
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   8. God’s Plan

   PEEWEE joins Kenya on Thank You For Saying NO to talk about her journey becoming an international female leading DJ. The pair talk about learning to pay attention when things are aligning, even if it’s not how they expected life to work out. PEEWEE talks about how NOs motivate her to work harder. PEEWEE opens up about how she finds stability in the unknown. Kenya and PEEWEE discuss finding the right person and the importance of never dimming your light for anyone. This episode will empower you t

   Apr 10,2023 01:03:16
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   9. ”We Got Some Hope and We Have a Plan”

   Drew Morgan joins Kenya on Thank You For Saying NO. He talks about how not getting a job in South Africa led him to become an attorney, which eventually led him to become a comedian. He gets into how growing up in a small town in Tennessee with a population of about 600 people shaped who he is today. Drew talks about the struggles he encountered when he took the leap from being a public defender to becoming a comedian. Kenya and Drew talk about the importance of letting people show up for them d

   Mar 14,2023 01:07:37
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    10. ”No Means Get to Work”

    Zev Taublieb joins Kenya on Thank You For Saying NO to talk about his journey becoming the outstanding professional soccer player he is today. His soccer career is inspiring and his passion for the game has led him to play all over the world. Zev talks about how he didn’t let being told “no” every step of the way stop him from pursuing his dream of playing professional soccer. Kenya and Zev discuss some of the “no”s that actually opened other doors in their careers. Zev talks about how an injury

    Feb 07,2023 58:08
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    11. ”No Is One Of The Most Beautiful Steering Wheels You’ll Ever Have”

    Malik Yusef joins Kenya on Thank You For Saying NO to talk about his journey becoming the legend that he is today. As a multi-Grammy, Emmy, Peabody, and Tony awards winner, Malik has a footprint in music, spoken word, fashion, film, television, and the fine arts. Malik talks about growing up in the Southside of Chicago and how that shaped who he is. The beauty of two people having different journeys, yet still understanding and even at times relating to one another is reflected in this episode.

    Dec 27,2022 01:10:38
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    12. How To Be a Sad B**** AND a Bad B****

    Iyla joins Kenya on Thank You For Saying NO to talk about her journey becoming the successful artist that she is and the hurdles she had to overcome along the way. Iyla tells the story of how working at a cupcake shop led her to become a successful artist. Yes, you read that right. A cupcake shop! Iyla opens up about the NOs in her career. Kenya and Iyla discuss her decision not to go to college and having to start her music career over while simultaneously going through a tough break up. Iyla t

    Nov 29,2022 47:26
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    13. TYFSN Trailer

    Listen to this trailer to learn more about the podcast and the host! TYFSN is about finding a way to be thankful when we’ve been told “no.” The word “no” is supposed to be reflective of all of life’s unexpected turns. Whether it’s rejection from a job, a relationship ending, having to pick up your life and make a move you didn't want to, losing someone close to you, any sort of life altering event that you did not expect. The conversations on this podcast will inspire you that when you’re told n

    Nov 17,2022 04:12