Description:

This episode is a raw and unfiltered look at what happens when careers come to abrupt ends, rejection feels relentless, and self-doubt begins to creep in. From the business of professional sports to the emotional toll of career pivots, Lyle shares that resilience isn't about never falling—it's about getting back up, again and again.

Episode Takeaways:

• Coping with Rejection: Why hearing “no” is inevitable—and how to move forward when it feels like no one is saying “yes.”
• Navigating Career Transitions: The emotional challenges of leaving one dream behind and figuring out what’s next.
• The Struggle of Starting Over: Whether it’s pounding the pavement for a new job or launching a business from scratch, starting over isn’t glamorous.
• Facing Self-Doubt: How comparison, rejection, and setbacks fuel doubt.

About Lyle Adams:

Lyle Adams is the CEO of Spry, a software solution designed specifically for athletic organizations. Before founding  Spry, he worked at Uber and LivingSocial. He completed his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University and his graduate degree from Columbia University. In his spare time, Lyle loves to solve the Rubik's Cube.

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