When You Hear “No,” Do You Quit — or Use the Power of Persistence?

Hearing the word no can feel personal.

It can sound like rejection, failure, or a sign that maybe something just isn’t meant for you. And for many beginners — especially in furniture flipping — that moment is where progress quietly stops.

But what if “no” isn’t the end?

In my latest podcast episode, I talk about persistence as a learned skill — not hustle, not pressure, and not forcing things to work. Real persistence is steady. It’s thoughtful. And it’s shaped by experience.

From navigating low-ball offers and product failures to learning when to pivot instead of push, persistence often looks very different than people expect.

One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is this:

There’s a difference between quitting and course-correcting.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure of your next step, this episode will help you reframe what persistence really looks like — and why staying engaged a little longer can change everything.

Listen to the full episode here: Episode #26: When You Hear "No," Do You Quit?

Blessings,