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Rejection Rehab is the podcast that helps you turn fear of rejection into lasting, unshakable confidence. Hosted by EMMY award winning producer and doctor Tom Flaherty, each episode brings you real people sharing real stories — of heartbreak, setbacks, and closed doors — and how those moments became rocket fuel for true confidence. Whether you’re pivoting careers, dating, or finding your voice, rejection isn’t the end — it’s the start of something better. Tune in weekly and learn to flip rejection into your biggest advantage — you might be just one “no” away from your dream life.
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Rejection doesn’t mean they don’t want you.Your brain just thinks it does.In this week’s Rejection Section, EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom breaks down a brand-new 2024 neuroscience study published in PNAS showing that rejection isn’t just emotional pain — it’s your brain learning.And here’s the twist:Your brain tracks two different signals after rejection —who actually values you, and who simply gave you a yes.When those get mixed up, you chase the wrong people, doubt the wrong relationships, and quietly erode your confidence.In this episode, you’ll learn:🧠 Why the brain treats rejection as information, not judgment🔍 The difference between relational value and reward outcomes — and why confusing them hurts confidence⚠️ How your brain overvalues people who give intermittent “yeses”💔 Why rejection feels personal even when it isn’t💪 How to use rejection to build clarity, self-trust, and lasting confidence👉 If rejection ever makes you spiral, overinterpret, or question your worth — this episode will permanently change how you see it.🎙️Host: Dr. Tom — Instagram | LinkedIn | X 🎧 Listen / 📺 Watch on: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Instagram#RejectionRehab #Confidence #FearOfRejection #Neuroscience #Mindset #PsychologyPodcast #EmotionalHealth #PersonalGrowth
He’s a triple board-certified gastroenterologist, Chief Medical Officer for Medtronic Endoscopy, bestselling author, and one of the most influential physician voices on social media today.But none of that made Dr. Austin Chiang immune to rejection.In this week’s Rejection Rehab, EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom sits down with Dr. Chiang for a hilarious, eye-opening, and deeply human conversation about rejection, confidence, and taking risks — even when the people you respect most tell you not to.We talk about everything from coming out and navigating fear of rejection, to being an early pioneer in healthcare social media while mentors warned him against it — and yes, the wildest endoscopy story you’ll ever hear, involving gloves that literally turned into rock-hard objects inside a patient’s stomach.We also dive deep into weight loss — including GLP-1 inhibitors like Ozempic and Wegovy — what they actually do, what they don’t, and why there is no single magic bullet.🧠 Coming out — and the fear of rejection that comes with it📱 Being a healthcare social media pioneer (and facing skepticism from mentors)🧤 The strangest thing he’s ever removed from a human body (the infamous “glove rocks”)⚖️ Ozempic & Wegovy explained — GLP-1 inhibitors, risks vs benefits, and common misconceptions🥗 What actually works for weight loss (and what doesn’t)🩺 Bariatric endoscopy: a less invasive option most people don’t know exists🦠 Gut-health misinformation and why probiotics aren’t always the answer🌾 The one supplement Dr. Chiang actually takes: fiber (psyllium husk)💪 Confidence vs arrogance — and how to stay humble in elite rooms🚢 Why taking risks (and facing rejection) is the price of growthIf you’ve ever been afraid to put yourself out there — in your career, relationships, or identity — this episode will change how you think about rejection and confidence.🎧/ 📺 Listen/watch here: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Instagram🎙️Host: Dr. Tom — Instagram | LinkedIn | X 👤 Guest: Dr. Austin Chiang — Website | Instagram | Linkedin | Book#RejectionRehab #AustinChiang #Ozempic #Wegovy #GLP1 #WeightLoss #GutHealth #Confidence #OvercomeRejection #Resilience #Medicine #MedTech #Podcast
You can’t control rejection — but you can control your mental state afterward.And science says it only takes two minutes.In this week’s Rejection Section, EMMY-winning producer Dr. Tom breaks down a study published in PLOS ONE showing that a brief self-affirmation exercise (just 2 minutes of writing about your core values) protects the prefrontal cortex — the exact part of your brain that shuts down after rejection or social stress.This means sharper thinking, better decisions, and less spiraling… with a technique you can do anywhere.In this episode:• 🧠 Why rejection temporarily disrupts the brain’s self-control system• ✍️ How a 2-minute writing exercise restores cognitive clarity• 🔄 The science behind values and emotional regulation• 📉 Why fear-driven reactions after rejection make confidence worse• 🛠 Three actionable tools you can use immediately after a rejection👉 If rejection ever sends you into overthinking or self-doubt, this episode gives you a fast, proven, repeatable method to steady your mind and rebuild confidence.🎙️Host: Dr. Tom — Instagram | LinkedIn | X 🎧 Listen / 📺 Watch on: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Instagram#RejectionRehab #Confidence #Mindset #OvercomeRejection #Resilience #PsychologyPodcast #EmotionalHealth #PersonalGrowth #BrainScience
She played for Team GB Volleyball at the London 2012 Olympic Games, competed professionally across Europe, and became the first British woman to play in Italy’s legendary Serie A1.But none of that made Ciara (“Ci”) Michel immune to rejection.In this week’s Rejection Rehab, Olympian Ci Michel sits down with EMMY-winning producer Dr. Tom for the most hilarious, raw, and surprisingly relatable conversation about confidence yet — from getting dropped from her team after the Olympics, to navigating dating at 6’4, to why finding pants is sometimes harder than competing at the Games.She also lifts the curtain on the truth about the Olympic Village, what it’s really like to be an underdog country at the Olympics, and how she transformed rejection into resilience, joy, and a new career she loves.In this episode:🏐 Life inside the Olympic Village (yes — including the rumours)🙅♀️ Getting dropped from her pro team — and rebuilding confidence🧠 Why her worst reaction to rejection changed her entire mindset📈 Reinventing herself after retiring from elite sport👖 The struggle of finding pants (and love) at 6’4🤝 How to be the teammate people want to be around🔁 Using rejection as feedback, not identity😂 Elite athlete stories you won’t hear anywhere elseIf you’ve ever faced rejection — in sports, dating, work, or life — Ci’s story will show you why your reaction matters more than the rejection itself.🎧/ 📺 Listen/watch here: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Instagram🎙️Host: Dr. Tom — Instagram | LinkedIn | X 👤 Guest: Ciara Michel — Instagram | Website | Wikipedia#RejectionRehab #CiaraMichel #Olympics #TeamGB #Volleyball #Confidence #OvercomeRejection #Mindset #Resilience #OlympianLife
He showed up at Rockefeller Center asking for help getting his “posh ketchup” on The Dr. Oz Show… and Dr. Tom said no.That rejected pitch—Scott Norton’s Sir Kensington’s—went on to take on Heinz, redefine condiments, and sell to Unilever for a reported $140 million.In this week’s Rejection Rehab, Scott opens up to EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom about the rejections behind the headline: investors who passed, retailers who ignored him for years, getting removed from his own role as CMO at the company he founded, and even getting rejected while trying to give people millions of dollars as an investor.Scott breaks down how he used every “no” to build confidence, resilience, and one of the most iconic challenger food brands of the last decade.In this episode:• 🍅 How he took on Heinz—and won• 🙅♂️ The pitch Tom rejected (and why Scott didn’t take it personally)• 💸 Why “no” is often the first step toward “yes”• 🧠 Getting removed from his own leadership role—and rebuilding from it• 🧳 Why naivety is a superpower for entrepreneurs• 🗣️ Confidence through talking to strangers (including how he met his wife)• 💼 Getting rejected while trying to invest millions• 🔥 How to become rejection-proof in business and dating🎧/ 📺 Listen/watch here: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Instagram🎙️Host: Dr. Tom — Instagram | LinkedIn | X 👤Guest: Scott Norton — Instagram | At Large Podcast | Sir Kensington's #RejectionRehab #ScottNorton #SirKensingtons #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #OvercomeRejection #Confidence #Mindset #Resilience #DavidAndGoliath #FounderLife
What if the fastest way to build real confidence isn’t avoiding rejection — but walking toward it?In this week’s Rejection Section of Rejection Rehab, EMMY-winner Dr. Tom breaks down a 2024 psychology study showing that the fear of rejection silently destroys both resilience and belongingness — the two emotional foundations of lasting confidence.Surveying 120 young adults, researchers found that the more afraid you are of being rejected, the harder it becomes to bounce back and the more disconnected you feel from others.In this episode:• 🧠 Why fearing rejection weakens resilience• 🏚 How avoiding “no” quietly erodes belonging• 🔄 The brain loop that keeps you stuck and isolated• ✍️ A daily micro-risk challenge that rewires confidence• 💬 The belief shift that turns rejection into resilience👉 If you’ve ever avoided taking action because you feared rejection, this episode shows you how confronting that fear is the fastest way to build confidence.Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)🎧 Listen / 📺 Watch on: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Instagram#RejectionRehab #Confidence #Mindset #OvercomeRejection #Resilience #PsychologyPodcast #EmotionalHealth #Belonging #PersonalGrowth
He was an ER doctor on NYC’s front lines during the pandemic—then, on shift, he scanned himself and found a tumor. Dr. Calvin Sun—author, world traveler, and NYC candidate for political office—opens up about loss, public service, and what real confidence looks like when rejection (and life) hit hardest. He also shares why he believes that being “always on” and never switching off during COVID contributed to his cancer.In this episode:• ⚕️ The self-ultrasound that changed everything• 🧯 NYC front lines: what “always on” really costs• 🧠 Why he believes chronic stress and never switching off contributed to his cancer• 🗳️ Running for political office—and reframing a loss• 💪 Confidence as a daily practice (“show up, don’t flake”)Listen/watch here: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | InstagramHost: Dr. Tom | @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)Guest: Dr. Calvin Sun | Wikipedia | Website | Instagram | Campaign#RejectionRehab #CalvinSun #EmergencyMedicine #NYC #COVIDFrontline #CancerSurvivor #OvercomeRejection #Confidence #Mindset #Resilience
Why do some people bounce back from rejection… while others feel haunted by it for years?In this week’s Rejection Section of Rejection Rehab, EMMY-winner Dr. Tom breaks down a landmark study by Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck and researcher Lauren Howe, revealing why rejection hurts more when you believe it says something permanent about who you are.Across five studies with nearly 900 participants, Howe & Dweck found that people who see personality as fixed — “this is just who I am” — take rejection as proof that something is wrong with them. Those who see personality as changeable recover faster, feel less shame, and rebuild confidence more easily.In this episode:• 🧠 How your mindset controls how long rejection stings• 💔 Why some people stay stuck replaying the “no”• 🔄 The brain shift that rewires rejection into resilience• ✍️ A 10-second mantra that protects your confidence• 💬 Dr. Tom’s breakdown of identity, mindset, and recovery👉 If you’ve ever taken rejection personally, this one will teach you how to separate who you are from what happened to you.Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)🎧 Listen / 📺 Watch on: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Instagram#RejectionRehab #Confidence #Mindset #OvercomeRejection #Resilience #GrowthMindset #RejectionTherapy #EmotionalHealth #PersonalGrowth
They met at church. Broke up over text. Ten years later, Elon Musk tweeted her.In this wildly entertaining episode, EMMY-winner Dr. Tom reunites with former flame Aubrey Strobel — entrepreneur, communications strategist, and Bitcoin/AI expert — for a no-filter conversation about dating disasters, confidence, crypto, and the surreal moment her mom slid into Elon Musk’s DMs.In this episode:• 💔 The “Church Breakup” story you won’t believe• 🚀 How a tweet from Elon Musk went viral (and why her mom deserves credit)• 🧠 From Bitcoin to AI — why Aubrey bet on herself when no one else did• 😂 Reuniting with your ex on a podcast (what could go wrong?)• 🤖 AI, loneliness & why bots can’t replace real connection• 💪 Confidence vs. rejection: how to steer your own ship after a breakup👉 If you’ve ever laughed through heartbreak or wondered what happens when faith, fate and Elon Musk collide — this episode is your sign to hit play.Host: Dr. Tom | @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)Guest: Aubrey Strobel | @aubreystrobel | theobservation.co | halcyonpartners.coWatch here:YouTube | Instagram#RejectionRehab #AubreyStrobel #ElonMusk #Bitcoin #Crypto #AI #Confidence #DatingStories #FunnyPodcast #OvercomeRejection #Mindset #Resilience #Faith #Reunited
What do you do when life says “no” twice—first by birth, then by rulebook?Born with a double above-knee congenital amputation, Richard Whitehead MBE grew up hearing limits. Later, Paralympic classification blocked him from competing in the marathon—his signature distance. Instead of quitting, he switched to the 200m, won double Paralympic gold (London 2012 & Rio 2016) and silver (Tokyo 2020), and still came back to the roads to break the double-amputee marathon world record—most recently 2:41 at age 49.In this episode with EMMY-winner Dr. Tom, Richard turns rejection into a playbook for lasting confidence—anchored by his unforgettable idea of “the 27th mile”: the part after the finish line where you turn effort into power, meaning, and momentum.In this episode:• ♿️ Disability as resource: shifting from “hindrance” to fuel• 🛑 Rejection by classification → how he reinvented as a sprinter• 🥇 Double Paralympic gold & the mindset behind switching from 26.2 to 200m• 🚆 “The pain train”: what it takes to chase a world record at 49• 🧠 Confidence that lasts: team, patience, and living in the moment• 🤝 Volunteering & inclusion: why showing up changes you (and the world)• 🏁 The 27th mile: how to convert wins & losses into everyday confidence👉 If you’ve ever felt sidelined by circumstance or told “you can’t,” Richard’s story is your invitation to reframe, retool, and run your 27th mile.Host: Dr. Tom | @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)Guest: Richard Whitehead MBE | @richard_whitehead_mbe | richardwhiteheadmbe.com Watch here:YouTube | Instagram#RejectionRehab #RichardWhitehead #Paralympics #Confidence #OvercomeRejection #Resilience #Mindset #Inclusion #AdaptiveAthlete #27thMile #London2012 #Rio2016 #Tokyo2020
What happens after you reach the top — then lose everything in an instant?Irish National Cycling Champion Imogen Cotter sits down with EMMY winner Dr. Tom to tell the remarkable story of hitting the peak of her cycling career when a van traveling 60 kph struck her head-on during training. The crash shattered bones — and life as she knew it. But before that, she’d already turned rejection into triumph: after being left off the Irish team in 2018, she moved to Belgium, trained like a machine, and won the Irish National Road Championships.This is the story of her second comeback — from champion to crash survivor, and from trauma to real confidence.In this episode: • 🇮🇪 How being rejected by the Irish track cycling team ignited her rise to National Champion• 🚴 The near-fatal crash that split her life into a before and after• 🧠 Living with PTSD and using EMDR therapy to heal• 💬 Why she chose not to confront the driver who hit her• 💡 How she’s redefining confidence beyond medals and performance👉 If you’ve ever faced rejection, loss, or fear, Imogen’s story proves resilience isn’t built in the spotlight — it’s built in the quiet moments you decide to keep going.Host: Dr. Tom | @RejectionRehab (IG / TikTok / YouTube) | @TomFlaherty (IG)Guest: Imogen Cotter | @imogencotter | imogencotter.com#RejectionRehab #ImogenCotter #Confidence #PTSD #Resilience #Cycling #OvercomeRejection #ComebackStory
Rejection hurts—but what if science proved you could soften the blow?In this week’s Rejection Section of the podcast Rejection Rehab, EMMY-winner Dr. Tom unpacks a 2020 study by Erika J. Koch showing how self-compassion—treating yourself like a best friend—can dramatically reduce the emotional sting of rejection and speed up recovery.In this episode: 🧠 The 3 studies that prove kindness > criticism when facing rejection 🛡️ How self-compassion acts as emotional armor 📈 Why self-compassion stabilizes mood and self-esteem through highs and lows ✍️ The “write-to-your-friend” exercise that can boost resilience in under a minute 💬 Dr. Tom’s own story of failing his first med-school exams and learning to speak to himself like a friend👉 If you’ve ever felt crushed by a “no,” this episode will teach you the science-backed way to bounce back faster and stronger.Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG/TikTok/YouTube) @TomFlaherty (IG) https://youtube.com/@rejectionrehab?si=oJdN8cIE7Z_dVPLo
What if 10 seconds of courage could change your life? EMMY winner Dr. Tom sits down with Gregory Benedikt—ex–private equity turned life & leadership coach + TEDx speaker—who shares how “Finance Greg” walked away from a soul-numbing job, slid his number across the table on a café receipt (in front of two people) to the woman who later became the love of his life, and did a 100-Day Rejection Challenge that led to pool-jumping, door-knocking, and even a USPS “mustache discount.” Dr. Tom digs into Gregory’s Bold Action formula: define your identity, design your dream life, then take 10 seconds of terrifying action.In this episode:🚪 Day-1 door knock: asking a stranger to go for a walk (and what that fear taught him)🏊 The neighbor’s pool jump (and 350k+ views that fueled the challenge)📬 The USPS “great mustache” discount (creative asks = surprising yeses)☕ The café number slide—how bold action led to meeting the woman of his dreams🧭 Identity → Dream design → Daily bold acts (how confidence is built)⏱️ The Terrifying 10-Second Rule…👉 If career dread, dating fear, or regret is stalking you—this one’s your nudge.Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG/TikTok/YouTube) @TomFlaherty (IG) https://youtube.com/@rejectionrehab?si=oJdN8cIE7Z_dVPLo Guest: Gregory Benedikt — https://gregoryrussellbenedikt.com/ @gregoryrussellbenedikt (IG)
What do writing a book, chasing speaking gigs, and approaching women at bars all have in common? For Brett Eaton — high performance coach and bestselling author of Uncomfortable Either Way — the answer is rejection reps. In this episode, EMMY winner Dr. Tom sits down with Brett who shares how two years of “red-lined” book edits, speaking to empty rooms, and even getting shot down by women for his man-bun built the confidence he has today. We also dive into how a devastating breakup set the stage for meeting his dream wife (yes, it started on a coaching call!), Solidcore founder Anne Mahlum.In this episode:📝 The two-year grind (and endless red lines) of writing a bestselling book🎤 How speaking to 5 people prepared him for thousands💇 The hilarious story of getting rejected for his man-bun💔 Why a breakup became the best setup for finding his wife🔑 Why confidence comes from authenticity, not faking it👉 If you’ve ever faced heartbreak, career setbacks, or those awkward “not interested” moments, you’re not going to want to miss this one!Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG/TikTok/YouTube) @TomFlaherty (IG)
When life breaks you—literally and emotionally—how do you put yourself back together?In this Rejection Rehab episode, EMMY winner Dr. Tom sits down with Isabel MV—ex-investment banker turned VC specialist and creator of the podcast And Just Like That, We Found Therapy—who hit rock bottom after breaking her leg and a brutal breakup. She explains how self-rejection crept in (“I’m not good enough”), the moment she drew a line, and the concrete moves that rebuilt her confidence:Naming self-rejection and dropping the victim scriptSetting boundaries (in love and at work)Choosing space to heal, journaling, and returning to the rituals that make you youLaunching a show that reframes Sex and the City storylines through real relationship psychologyIf you’ve ever lost yourself in a relationship—or to someone’s criticism—this conversation is a roadmap from people-pleasing to self-respect.Follow Isabel: @wefoundtherapypod (IG/TikTok/YouTube) • Substack: We Found Therapy. Host: Dr. Tom — @RejectionRehab (IG/TikTok/YouTube) @TomFlaherty (IG)
Why does heartbreak feel like a gut punch — or even worse than a broken bone? In his first solo episode of Rejection Rehab, EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom breaks down a landmark 2011 University of Michigan study that proves rejection doesn’t just “hurt your feelings” — it literally lights up the same pain circuits in your brain as physical injury.In this 5-minute Rejection Section episode, you’ll learn:How fMRI scans revealed heartbreak activates the same brain regions as touching a hot stove.Why phrases like “hurt feelings” or “broken heart” are more than just metaphors.How your brain heals rejection pain over time — just like a broken bone.Rejection isn’t just in your head — it’s in your brain. And understanding the science is the first step to building real resilience.🎧 Listen now and join Dr. Tom in turning rejection into strength.#RejectionRehab #RejectionSection #HeartbreakScience #Podcast
Bullied in school, dyslexic, and told to change everything from her body to her genre—British-Chilean singer-songwriter Amber Donoso chose one of the most rejection-heavy careers on earth and didn’t flinch. In this raw, energizing conversation, Amber and host, EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom Flaherty, unpack what it’s really like to hear “no” on repeat—from Paris modeling “weight talks” to music-industry gatekeepers telling her she’s in the “wrong genre”—and why she still refuses to conform.Amber’s credits include recording at Miami’s Rebel 11 Studios with hitmakers who’ve worked alongside Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, and Justin Timberlake, her single “Culeteo” hitting No. 1 on BPM White Label’s trending downloads, and performing to millions on Chilean TV.You’ll hear Amber on:Being laughed at in class, undiagnosed dyslexia, and early bullyingParis modeling—and the public “you’re too fat” moment at 18Why she won’t conform (even if it would make her “bigger”)Her idol producer who told her after a show she’s “doing it wrong”Which rejection hurts more: personal or professional?Keeping confidence when your job is mostly “no”Rituals that rebuild worth: journaling, meditation, servicePurpose, love, and “God’s rejection is His protection”Listen if you need: a blueprint for staying authentic, rebuilding self-worth after harsh feedback, and turning rejection into rocket fuel.
What happens when your dream wedding turns into a nightmare—and the man you thought was “forever” cheats before you even walk down the aisle?In this deeply candid episode of Rejection Rehab, EMMY-winning producer Dr. Tom Flaherty sits down with Juliet Mayhew—Aussie-born entrepreneur, philanthropist, mother, and now breakout star of The Real Housewives of London.Juliet’s story isn’t just glitz and glam: it’s about getting “virtually left at the altar,” rebuilding her self-worth, navigating brutal auditions and reality TV conflict, and discovering how faith, resilience, and community can transform rejection into reinvention.Juliet shares the raw truth of what it takes to:Reframe rejection in acting, auditions, and public lifeSurvive the heartbreak of being virtually left at the altar and say, “I’m too good for this”Forgive instead of letting bitterness destroy youBuild true confidence not from people-pleasing, but from authenticitySurround yourself with “tomorrow people” who lift you forwardThis isn’t just Juliet’s story—it’s a roadmap for anyone navigating heartbreak, public failure, or the sting of rejection.
What if rejection wasn’t the end — but the lesson you needed?In this episode of Rejection Rehab, EMMY-winning producer Dr. Tom Flaherty sits down with his longtime friend Julian Cihi — a true triple threat (actor, singer, dancer) who’s been seen on Hulu (Only Murders in the Building), Netflix (Gypsy & Scott Pilgrim Takes Off), Amazon (The Tick), HBO (Crashing), The CW (The Outpost), and Broadway (Take Me Out).Julian shares why actors might be the most rejected professionals on the planet — and how he’s learned to turn constant “no’s” into confidence, growth, and even flow.You’ll hear about:Why 90–99% rejection is normal in acting (and how to survive it)How rejection becomes easier with experience — if you let itThe mindset shift from “I’m not good at this” → “I’m not good at this…yet”Why “not the right fit” isn’t about your worthLessons from mentors like Kenny Leon and David Costabile on handling auditionsWhy rejection in love and life feels lighter once you’ve faced it professionallyHow positive self-talk keeps your confidence steady through the highs and lowsHow to stop forcing things and instead “follow what flows”The stoic wisdom of Marcus Aurelius: “Love only what falls your way and is fated for you.”Julian leaves us with his guiding mantra: “I walk with trust. I live in surrender. I follow what flows. And I let life surprise me.”
What would you do if you hit rock bottom—personally and professionally—and you still had to keep a company alive?In this episode of Rejection Rehab, EMMY winning producer Dr. Tom Flaherty sits down with fintech entrepreneur Ted Brown, co-founder and CEO of Digital Onboarding, the company he revived from near bankruptcy—amid a painful divorce—to ultimately raise nearly $60 million and rebuild his life and love.Ted reveals how true confidence comes from competence—and why before you’re competent in something, it’s not a weakness to admit, “I’m not good at it…yet.”In this episode, you’ll hear about:The mindset shift from survival to thriving—personally and professionallyHow getting rejected over and over again (by VCs) made him rejection proofThe painful pivot from a doomed startup idea to building a fintech platform used by 140+ financial institutionsHow divorce became a catalyst, not a catastropheThe gritty reality of scraping by—like Uber-driving to pay your own billsRaising $58 million in growth capital while keeping employees, payroll, and momentum aliveWhether you're overcoming heartbreak, financial crisis, or self-doubt, Ted’s journey shows how rejection can be your greatest fuel.
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