Results for “rejection”
Don Toliver Talks New Album 'The Life of A Don' | SWAY’S UNIVERSE
Don Toliver discusses his unique artistic identity, the importance of ignoring industry rejection, and his evolution as a musician.summaryToliver did not face direct rejection ('no') but had to navigate industry attempts to categorize him differently, emphasizing the need to listen to one's internal voice rather than external criticism.takeaway
Transformers Dominique Fishback on Meeting Jay-Z & Advice for Dealing with Fame | SWAY’S UNIVERSE
Actress Dominique Fishback discusses her journey from early rejection to starring in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, spiritual preparation, and self-advocacy in Hollywood.summaryOvercoming Rejection: Fishback was told by a guidance counselor at age 12 that she lacked the 'it factor' and was rejected from LaGuardia High School, yet she persisted by staying in her community (Brownsville) to groundtakeaway
Beyoncé's Choreographer Reveals The Secrets to Her Success | SWAY'S UNIVERSE
She highlights the industry's lack of legal protections for choreographers and the psychological toll of rejection, advocating for personal development and mindset work as essential components of career longevity.summaryThe 'Starving Artist' Reality: The term applies not just financially but emotionally; dancers often tie their identity to their job, leading to insecurity when facing constant rejection and industry biases regarding appetakeaway
Stephanie Mills Exposes The Shocking 'Wiz' Secrets | SWAY’S UNIVERSE
She reveals the intense racial backlash and hate mail she faced as part of the all-Black cast of 'The Wiz' at age 17, and how her mother's strength helped her cope with industry rejection.summaryCoping with Rejection: Mills started therapy at age 35 during the height of her career due to unhappiness caused by constant criticism about her height, skin color, and looks. She relied on her mother's strong attitude otakeaway
Why Riri Williams Is Shaking Up the MCU 🛠️ | SWAY’S UNIVERSE
She shares her personal journey from Cornell University to acting, highlighting how her academic background in human development informs her craft and how resilience through rejection shaped her career.summaryThe acting industry involves significant rejection; Thorne received only one 'yes' (Beetlejuice) from numerous audition tapes submitted over four years of college, underscoring the need for gratitude and resilience.takeaway
Snoop Dogg's Protégé Jane Handcock Talks Death Row Legacy 🎤| SWAY’S UNIVERSE
The conversation emphasizes leveraging rejection as fuel and maintaining artistic integrity while collaborating with a strong community of Bay Area talent.summaryJane Hancock was previously dropped by a label that criticized her appearance ('she's not a Beyonce'), but she used this rejection as fuel rather than letting it damage her self-esteem, eventually signing with Death Row takeaway