Feeling the sting of rejection? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s job applications, client pitches, or feedback from a project, even heartbreak – rejection can hit hard. But here’s the thing: rejection doesn’t have to stop you in your tracks. Join us for an honest, practical workshop where we’ll dive deep into the why behind rejection and criticism—and how you can use it to fuel your growth.

Along with Lauren, co-founder of Freelance Friends, we’re thrilled to welcome Arna, an expert in giving and receiving compliments (yes, it’s more complicated than you think!).

This will be a 90-minute workshop hosted on Zoom.

Together, we’ll tackle:

• Understanding the psychology of rejection and why it feels so awful
• Strategies for coping and moving forward (even when the money isn’t coming in)
• The power of feedback—how to ask for it, handle it, and use it to level up
• Why receiving compliments can feel just as tough—and how to get better at it
• What to do when you’re dealing with tricky clients (it’s not always you!)
• Group exercises to build resilience and improve your feedback skills
• Arna’s secret weapon for handling criticism: the compliments diary

We’ll also introduce a Rejection Toolkit—a set of tools designed to help you bounce back when things get tough. Let’s face is – rejection is sh**! We’re hoping this workshop will help you on the right path to handle it with resilience and confidence.

Whether you’ve been rejected 100 times this year or you’re just looking to handle feedback with a little more grace, this workshop is for you.

What to Expect:

• Enaging excersises to help you reflect and improve your toolkit
• Practical tools you can apply right away
• Supportive, no-judgment atmosphere
• Interactive session with Q&A

Hosts:
Lauren, Freelance Friends Co-Founder
Arna, Compliments Workshop Specialist

Extra Details:

This workshop will cover both the emotional and practical sides of rejection, criticism, and compliments. Expect a blend of science-backed strategies, real-life examples, and interactive exercises. We’ll focus on helping you build your personal Rejection Toolkit.

Come ready to participate, share your stories, and leave with actionable strategies to face rejection head-on and turn it into an opportunity for growth.

Important Notice

If you can’t attend the session but would still like to watch the recording later, please select the ‘Recording Only‘ option. Since this workshop is interactive and participants may share personal stories, the recording will be edited to preserve the core content while removing the participation segments for the comfort and privacy of our attendees. The recording will be emailed to you on Thursday 31st of October.