Why I Love Rejections
And you will too, especially if you are building something bold
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They called it ‘crazy’!
Why rejection is the first sign you are on to something.
Most people think rejection means you’ve failed. But in the startup world, rejection often means you’re early, different, and possibly right.
When investors say your idea is too crazy, or the market seems too niche, or the timing feels too early… that might be your signal.
It means:
You’re not copying anyone. (They may not have seen anything like this before)
You’re seeing something others don’t. (They may never have thought of something like this)
You’re not playing safe — and that’s a good thing. (How come you are taking on so much risk)
History proves this:
Airbnb: “Nobody will let strangers stay in their house.”
Uber: “People won’t ride with strangers.”
SpaceX: “Private rockets? Impossible.”
Each sounded crazy at launch. Each became obvious later.
Obvious = Too Late
Crazy = Just Right
So if you’re facing rejection, here’s what it might mean:
You're challenging the status quo.
You're building for a market that doesn’t fully exist yet.
You’re not playing the “safe” innovation game (the one that dies fast).
Stay with your vision.
Find your believers.
Ignore the "reasonable" advice.
Your “crazy” might be your biggest advantage.
💬 Ever been called “too ambitious”? Ever been told “no way”? “This will never fly”?
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