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Rejection Proof

How I Beat Fear and Became Invincible Through 100 Days of Rejection

Jia Jiang

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Rejection Proof
The Nature of Rejection+
Reframing the Experience+
Strategies for Handling 'No'+
Setting the Stage for 'Yes'+
The Hidden Gifts of Rejection+
Achieving True Success+

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Question 1 of 10
According to the text, why does rejection feel so physically painful?
  • A. It causes a sudden drop in dopamine and serotonin levels.
  • B. It triggers the brain to release opioids, just as it would if the body suffered actual physical trauma.
  • C. It activates the memory centers of the brain associated with childhood trauma.
  • D. It permanently alters the neural pathways associated with self-esteem.
Question 2 of 10
How does the author distinguish the experience of rejection from the experience of failure?
  • A. Failure is usually our own fault, whereas rejection is often a simple misunderstanding.
  • B. Rejection is always a temporary setback, but failure is a permanent end to a goal.
  • C. Failure only happens in business environments, while rejection is strictly personal.
  • D. Rejection feels personal and involves an unequal exchange, while failure can often be blamed on external factors like the economy.
Question 3 of 10
What is the primary benefit of the 'deadline approach' suggested by the author's wife?
  • A. It minimizes risk and forces you to set fixed goals and time limits before deciding to continue or quit.
  • B. It guarantees that investors will take your pitch more seriously because of the time constraint.
  • C. It allows you to build a larger team of engineers within a condensed timeframe.
  • D. It prevents you from experiencing any rejection during the initial startup phase.
Question 4 of 10
What did Harvard psychologist Ellen Langer’s copying machine experiment prove about human behavior?
  • A. People are more likely to comply with a request if they are offered financial compensation.
  • B. Providing a reason behind a request, even a trivial one, significantly increases the chances of getting a 'yes'.
  • C. People will only say 'yes' if the request directly benefits them or saves them time.
  • D. Acknowledging other people's doubts makes them suspicious and more likely to reject you.
Question 5 of 10
What does the author suggest you do immediately after someone rejects your pitch or request?
  • A. Make a swift exit to preserve your dignity and save face.
  • B. Immediately offer a lower price or compromise to change their mind.
  • C. Stick around and ask 'why?' you were turned down so you can regroup and adapt.
  • D. Tell them about your previous successes to prove their judgment is wrong.
Question 6 of 10
What was the main lesson illustrated by the Joshua Bell subway experiment?
  • A. Classical music is no longer appreciated by the general public.
  • B. Talent and brilliance don't matter if you are pitching to the wrong audience in the wrong setting.
  • C. People are too busy during their morning commute to notice their surroundings.
  • D. Acknowledging your own flaws makes an audience more receptive to your performance.
Question 7 of 10
How did Michael Jordan frame the concept of rejection during his Basketball Hall of Fame acceptance speech?
  • A. He used his past rejections as proof that professional scouts are often wrong about raw talent.
  • B. He explained that he had to completely ignore his rejections in order to maintain his self-confidence.
  • C. He stated that experiencing rejection helped him build deep empathy for other struggling athletes.
  • D. He itemized his personal rejections and explained how each one motivated him to become a top-ranking player.
Question 8 of 10
According to the book, what positive outcome did comedian Louis C.K. gain from being rejected by Saturday Night Live?
  • A. It forced him to clarify his goals and think deeply about whether he truly wanted to pursue a career in comedy.
  • B. It taught him to change his comedy routine to be more appealing to a mainstream television audience.
  • C. It proved to him that television executives prefer conventional humor over radically creative ideas.
  • D. It motivated him to abandon stand-up comedy and focus entirely on writing.
Question 9 of 10
What leadership philosophy did legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden use to achieve long-term success?
  • A. He motivated his team by constantly reminding them of the pain of their past losses.
  • B. He focused purely on the effort his players put into the game, detaching himself from the outcome of winning or losing.
  • C. He recruited only players who had experienced significant rejection and hardship in their lives.
  • D. He heavily analyzed the opposing team's weaknesses to ensure his team never faced unexpected challenges.
Question 10 of 10
How does the book suggest we should view the subjective nature of rejection?
  • A. We should view it as an objective final verdict on our character that requires immediate self-improvement.
  • B. We should realize that because people's opinions vary, eventually talking to enough people will result in a 'yes'.
  • C. We should understand that rejection is a sign we are not communicating our ideas clearly enough.
  • D. We should assume that if one person rejects us, the majority of people will likely feel the same way.

Rejection Proof — Full Chapter Overview

Rejection Proof Summary & Overview

Rejection Proof (2015) teaches you how to face rejection head-on and embrace the journey of self-improvement, both inside and out. Using Jiang’s “rejection toolbox,” you’ll come to a better understanding of rejection, learn how to hear “yes” more often and discover the benefits of getting rejected.

Who Should Listen to Rejection Proof?

  • Entrepreneurs
  • Salespeople
  • People who fear hearing the word “no”

About the Author: Jia Jiang

Author and entrepreneur Jia Jiang is the founder of the popular blog and YouTube series, 100 Days of Rejection. Jiang is also the creator of an online course and community that teaches others how to overcome their fear of rejection.

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